Bickels [Socialism]

The film showcases the ‘Casa do Povo’ cultural center in São Paulo, an important site for the secular Jewish workers’ movement. Viewers are introduced to a crumbling theatre surrounded by a unique architectural layout, which serves as the backdrop for young people preparing a preview of the film.

Bickels [Socialism] takes audiences on a tour of 22 buildings in Israel designed by Bickels, primarily for kibbutzim. These structures, which include dining halls and children’s houses, are notable for their bright designs and innovative integration into the Mediterranean landscape. However, the documentary also reflects on the decline of the socialist ideals that these buildings symbolize, with many now empty or repurposed. This film is a poignant exploration of architecture and its connection to social movements.