The Johnstown Flood
Synopsis
On May 30, 1889 the South Fork Dam, which maintained a pleasure lake for wealthy Pittsburgh industrialists and their families, failed due to very heavy rains and poor maintenance by the dam's owners. The burst dam sent a wall of water and debris, 40 feet high and half a mile wide, 14 miles downstream to the bustling industrial city of Johnstown, Pennsylvania. More than 2000 people lost their lives in the disaster. This documentary tells the story, and tells us that the disaster was easily avoidable.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1989
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Charles Guggenheim
- Original Title
- The Johnstown Flood
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 26m
- Production Studios
- Guggenheim Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Charles Guggenheim
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Charles Guggenheim
Director
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What is The Johnstown Flood about?
On May 30, 1889 the South Fork Dam, which maintained a pleasure lake for wealthy Pittsburgh industrialists and their families, failed due to very heavy rains and poor maintenance by the dam's owners. The burst dam sent a wall of water and debris, 40 feet high and half a mile wide, 14 miles downstream to the bustling industrial city of Johnstown, Pennsylvania. More than 2000 people lost their lives in the disaster. This documentary tells the story, and tells us that the disaster was easily avoidable.
Who directed The Johnstown Flood?
The Johnstown Flood was directed by Charles Guggenheim.
Who stars in The Johnstown Flood?
The principal cast of The Johnstown Flood includes Len Cariou.
When was The Johnstown Flood released and how long is it?
The Johnstown Flood was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 26m.