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- 1 2 3 "AZCentral.com: Film explores architect Soleri's influence, vision". AZCentral.com.
- ↑ "Hallands Nyheter: JP White Berättare i dokumentärfilm". Hallands Nyheter (Falkenberg, Sweden).
- ↑ "Architecture & Design Film Festival: List of previously screened films".
- ↑ "The Vision of Paolo Soleri at the NHIFF".
- ↑ "The Vision of Paolo Soleri at The Sofia Independent Film Festival".
- ↑ "The Vision of Paolo Soleri: Prophet In The Desert". Archello.com.