The Living City
Synopsis
This short explores the early planning innovations and the subsequent mistakes that resulted in developing urban sprawl, suburbia, and gentrification in modern day US cities as well as the effects it had on its populace and industry.
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January 1, 1953
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John W. Barnes, Haskell Wexler
- Original Title
- The Living City
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 25m
- Production Studios
- Encyclopædia Britannica Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John W. Barnes, Haskell Wexler
Haskell Wexler
Department Leadership Roster
Haskell Wexler
Director of Photography
John W. Barnes
Director
Haskell Wexler
Director
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What is The Living City about?
This short explores the early planning innovations and the subsequent mistakes that resulted in developing urban sprawl, suburbia, and gentrification in modern day US cities as well as the effects it had on its populace and industry.
Who directed The Living City?
The Living City was directed by John W. Barnes, Haskell Wexler.
Who stars in The Living City?
The principal cast of The Living City includes James Brill.
When was The Living City released and how long is it?
The Living City was released in 1953 with a total runtime of 25m.