The City
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Browse Full-length Non-member TitlesThis famous film on urban development was made for exhibition at the New York World's Fair in 1939. A classic documentary-ahead of its time in its concern for quality of life-it is also a rich visual experience. With music by Aaron Copeland and text by Lewis Mumford, this film endures as one of the benchmarks of American documentary film.
Media Details
Runtime: 43 minutes 48 seconds
- Topic: History, Social Science
- Subtopic: Community Life, Documentaries, U.S. History (General)
- Grade/Interest Level: 9 - 12
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- Release Year: 1939
- Producer/Distributor: Pyramid Media
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