Skin of Glass

Description

"Skin of Glass" is a documentary that examines the impact of urban displacement through a personal lens. The film follows Denise Zmekhol as she uncovers the fate of her late father's iconic glass skyscraper in São Paulo, which has been overtaken by hundreds of homeless families. This juxtaposition of architectural legacy and social crisis highlights the disparity between the building's original purpose and its current reality. As the narrative unfolds, Zmekhol engages with various individuals affected by this situation, including architect Paulo Mendes da Rocha and urbanist Guilherme Wisnik. Their conversations reveal the struggles faced by those living in the occupied space, emphasizing issues such as poverty and the loss of identity. The film concludes with a focus on the unresolved circumstances surrounding both the families in the building and the legacy of Zmekhol's father, leaving viewers to confront the ongoing challenges of displacement in urban environments.