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Brooklyn Bridge

1981 · 58 min
Directed by Ken Burns · USA · New Hollywood
DocumentaryHistory

Where to watch in the United States: Stream: PBS, History Vault, PBS Documentaries Amazon Channel · Free: Kanopy, Hoopla · Rent: Amazon Video, Fandango At Home · Buy: Amazon Video, Fandango At Home. Streaming data from JustWatch via TMDB; availability changes.

Cast

Paul Roebling Julie Harris Arthur Miller Kurt Vonnegut Jr. Richard Pini Fred Sherry

Plot

Today it's a symbol of strength and vitality. 135 years ago, it was a source of controversy. This documentary examines the great problems and ingenious solutions that marked the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge.

Sinekatalog’s take

A well-crafted documentary on the engineering feat and human drama behind a New York landmark. Archive images and narration give it a lucid, absorbing rhythm. Ideal for those who enjoy history told through great construction projects.Sinekatalog’s own editorial review – not a user or critic quote.

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Ratings

IMDb: 7.5 / 10 (1,246 votes)
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