The Cinema at the Casa series pays tribute to Medora’s interest in current events as well as her father George’s interest in film. This series provides the opportunity for the Casa to become a center for creative and worldly discussions.

NOVEMBER 13, 2023  |  6:00-7:30 PM

On November 13, our Cinema at the Casa screening will feature the documentary short film This is Not a House (34 min run time) directed by Morgan Neville.

This is Not a House chronicles the fearless and passionate creativity and craftsmanship that coalesced to create a domicile truly like no other. Acclaimed and award-winning architect Robin Donaldson (AIA) drew inspiration from a remarkable mountaintop location in Southern California with panoramic views from the mountains to the Pacific. The film takes the viewer inside the creative process, showing in one instance how a sand dollar, seemingly unrelated to architecture, could spark creativity for the team. In partnership with clients Bruce Heavin and Lynda Weinman, the team set out to create a space for reflection, for art, for living. This is Not a House is an emotionally compelling journey profiling a masterful collaboration which yielded a masterpiece of architecture and an experience like no other.

Robin Donaldson, AIA, Partner at Shubin Donaldson, and architect of the home profiled in the film will be in attendance to answer questions along with Lyndan Weinman and Bruce Heavin, owners of the home and co-founders of Lynda.com.

Admission is $50.

Space is limited. Reservations are required.

ABOUT THE DIRECTOR

Morgan Neville is a highly acclaimed American filmmaker known for his compelling documentaries. With a keen eye for human stories, he crafts films that resonate deeply with audiences. Neville gained widespread recognition for "20 Feet from Stardom," a poignant exploration of backup singers' lives, which won the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature. His work extends to diverse subjects, including cultural icons like Mister Rogers in "Won't You Be My Neighbor?" and the vibrant world of Orson Welles in "They'll Love Me When I'm Dead." Neville's films are characterized by their empathetic approach and ability to uncover the profound in the seemingly ordinary.