TheSquare Ep #107 · Architecture and Film: Gangster Cinema

In this episode of TheSquare, Brandon Carmichael and architect James Adams delve into the intersection of architecture and gangster films. They discuss how key architectural settings contribute to storytelling in classic gangster movies like The Untouchables and The Departed, and evaluate the recent film Alto Nights. The pair also explores tropes common to the gangster genre, dissects pivotal scenes, and offers their unique architectural perspectives on how these spaces shape the characters and narratives. Join them for an engaging conversation filled with film analysis, architecture insights, and even some fun exercises. Don't miss their thoughts on what a modern gangster hideout might look like, their drawings of character types inspired by architectural styles, and their take on the future of gangster films.

00:00 Introduction to Gangster Films
00:58 Diving into Alto Nights
01:43 Analyzing the Genre
02:20 Key Scenes and Performances
09:57 Comparing Gangster Classics
12:15 The Untouchables: A Deep Dive
14:48 The Departed: Modern Masterpiece
25:35 Exploring Brutalist Architecture in Film
28:58 The Role of Power in Gangster Films
31:23 Iconic Gangster Tropes and Settings
31:39 Designing a Mob Boss's Headquarters
34:43 Female Characters in Gangster Films
44:21 The Importance of Architecture in Gangster Films
46:22 Choosing the Best Gangster Film
48:18 Final Thoughts and Audience Engagement

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