The world is crumbling in ‘The History of Concrete’

Filmmaker John Wilson has released a new feature-length documentary titled The History of Concrete. The film examines the global ubiquity of concrete, which ranks as the second-most used material on Earth, while exploring its physical deterioration and significant environmental impact.

Through a lens characterized by the discovery of absurdity in mundane subjects, the documentary addresses the dual reality of concrete as a foundational element of modern infrastructure and a contributor to environmental degradation. The project investigates the material's widespread presence and the challenges posed by its ongoing structural decay.