Life as a House
Hayden Christensen, Kevin Kline, Kristin Scott Thomas
When a man is diagnosed with terminal cancer, he takes custody of his misanthropic teenage son, for whom quality time means getting high, engaging in small-time prostitution, and avoiding his father.
Why you'll love it
The protagonist faces disputes and challenges as he attempts to construct a house while rebuilding his relationship with his son.
Mr. Blandings Builds His Dream House
Cary Grant, Myrna Loy, Melvyn Douglas
A man and his wife decide they can afford to have a house in the country built to their specifications. It's a lot more trouble than they think.
Why you'll love it
The film humorously depicts the pitfalls and disputes that can arise during home construction.
The Towering Inferno
Paul Newman, Steve McQueen, William Holden
At the opening party of a colossal, but poorly constructed, office building, a massive fire breaks out that threatens to destroy the tower and everyone in it.
Why you'll love it
The film showcases the disastrous consequences of cutting corners in construction, leading to disputes and a catastrophic fire in a high-rise building.
The Fountainhead
Gary Cooper, Patricia Neal, Raymond Massey
An uncompromising, visionary architect struggles to maintain his integrity and individualism despite personal, professional and economic pressures to conform to popular standards.
Why you'll love it
The film explores the disputes between an architect who refuses to compromise his designs and a construction tycoon.
The Money Pit
Tom Hanks, Shelley Long, Alexander Godunov
A young couple struggles to repair a hopelessly dilapidated house.
Why you'll love it
A couple experiences a series of construction disasters and disputes when they attempt to renovate a recently purchased house.