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This two-part documentary explores the life of one of America's greatest architects -- hated by some, worshipped by others and ignored by many. Using archival photographs, live cinematography, interviews, newsreel footage and home movies, the film tells the story of Wright's turbulent life and his extraordinary professional career.

Wright designed his own home and studio in Oak Park, Illinois.
Fallingwater is one of the most famous modern homes in the world.
Meryle Secrest talks about Frank Lloyd Wright.
Funding Provided By: General Motors Corporation; The Pew Charitable Trusts; PBS; CPB; David H. Koch: The Arthur Vining Davis Foundations; The National Endowment for the Humanities; Illinois Bureau of Tourism
Episodes
This two-part documentary explores the life of one of America's greatest architects.
This two-part documentary explores the life of one of America's greatest architects.
Extras
Frank Lloyd Wright's signature style followed the philosophy of organic architecture.
Maya Lin talks about how controlling Frank Lloyd Wright was.
Phillip Johnson talks about Frank Lloyd Wright.
Edgar Tafel talks about Frank Lloyd Wright.