The Power of Utopia: Living with Le Corbusier

Seventy years ago, Swiss-French architect Le Corbusier was tapped to design the Indian city Chandigarh. Set in a time of turmoil, relocation and the partition of India, Chandigarh symbolises progress as well as the emergence of democracy. Le Corbusier envisioned a city that embraces humanity and justice, fostering harmonious interaction between its inhabitants and the natural surroundings.

The documentary follows four individuals immersed in the city’s cultural and artistic realms, contemplating Le Corbusier’s legacy and the cultural disparities between the East and West. Despite the omnipresence of Le Corbusier, the city has forged its own identity and its inhabitants have appropriated his legacy with a critical mindset. A captivating, authentic and exhaustive portrait of Chandigarh, bringing a fresh perspective on the architect and his vision.