John Wilson

Following his TV series, filmmaker John Wilson looks to New York’s concrete—the world’s most used building material—for inspiration. He sets out to make the definitive documentary on the subject, using the Hallmark formula to boost its appeal. But his foundation soon crumbles—literally and figuratively—as he struggles to balance artistic freedom with the realities of the film industry.

John Wilson returns to DocsBarcelona after his 2024 appearance to present his first feature film, premiered at Sundance 2026. True to his unmistakable style, he invites us on an unusual journey between the concrete world and the film industry, exploring unpredictable paths and bringing out a humor born from the director’s intuition and keen observation. A work that oscillates between delirium and melancholy, achieving a balance that only Wilson is capable of.

*Director in attendance