Overview
The inaugural edition of SF(a) – Society. Film. Architecture took place in 2022, marking the launch of a unique workshop that blends architecture, cinematography, and critical illustration. Under the theme “Blade Runner & Postmodernism,” the workshop invited participants to explore dystopian imaginaries in architecture and culture, using the film Blade Runner as a catalyst for interdisciplinary investigation and creative expression.
Target Group & Scale
Season 1 engaged 25 students from architecture, visual arts & design, and literature programs, who participated voluntarily in a week-long creative laboratory. The modest scale fostered close interaction, collaborative learning, and hands-on mentorship.
Programme & Outcomes
Participants attended a curated programme combining lectures and practical activities, including the design of alternative film posters and the crafting of literary and film chronicles—a dual approach to engaging critically with film and architecture. The workshop aimed to:
- Stimulate applied creativity and real-world application of theoretical knowledge;
- Foster critical and analytical thinking through the interpretation of cinematic work;
- Develop graphic communication skills via contemporary design tools;
- Cultivate synthesis, adaptability, and dialogical skills through collaborative work.
Goals
SF(a) Season 1 functioned as a seed for a living pedagogical ecosystem: it merged photo‑video art, philosophy, urban sociology, history, and architectural theory, promoting an immersive, interdisciplinary dialogue among participants.