Mighty Manhattan, New York's Wonder City
Synopsis
This film visits many of the neighborhoods and landmarks on Manhattan Island and occasionally includes a history lesson. The neighborhoods include the Bowery, Chinatown, Herald Square, and Times Square. Some of the architectural highlights are the Empire State Building, the New York Public Library, Temple Emanuel, the Central Park Zoo, and the Rockefeller Center complex. The film ends with a visit to a dining room in the Waldorf Astoria Hotel, where the Xavier Cugat Orchestra entertains.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
July 30, 1949
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- James H. Smith
- Original Score
- Lesley Kirk
- Original Title
- Mighty Manhattan, New York's Wonder City
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 20m
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
James H. Smith
Lesley Kirk
Paul Rogalli
James A. FitzPatrick
Department Leadership Roster
James H. Smith
Director
James A. FitzPatrick
Producer
Paul Rogalli
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mighty Manhattan, New York's Wonder City
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What is Mighty Manhattan, New York's Wonder City about?
This film visits many of the neighborhoods and landmarks on Manhattan Island and occasionally includes a history lesson. The neighborhoods include the Bowery, Chinatown, Herald Square, and Times Square. Some of the architectural highlights are the Empire State Building, the New York Public Library, Temple Emanuel, the Central Park Zoo, and the Rockefeller Center complex. The film ends with a visit to a dining room in the Waldorf Astoria Hotel, where the Xavier Cugat Orchestra entertains.
Who directed Mighty Manhattan, New York's Wonder City?
Mighty Manhattan, New York's Wonder City was directed by James H. Smith.
Who stars in Mighty Manhattan, New York's Wonder City?
The principal cast of Mighty Manhattan, New York's Wonder City includes James A. FitzPatrick, Ann Miller, Xavier Cugat, C.R. Smith, Frank A. Reddy.
When was Mighty Manhattan, New York's Wonder City released and how long is it?
Mighty Manhattan, New York's Wonder City was released in 1949 with a total runtime of 20m.
Who composed the musical score for Mighty Manhattan, New York's Wonder City?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Mighty Manhattan, New York's Wonder City was composed by Lesley Kirk.