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Brooklyn Bridge

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This documentary explores the history of the Brooklyn Bridge, one of New York City's most iconographic landmarks. The film presents the dramatic details of the bridge's planning and construction, which involved civil engineer John Roebling, as well as his son, Washington, and his wife, Emily. In addition to covering the span's long development, the production looks at the structure's legacy and features input from various notable figures, including writers Kurt Vonnegut and Arthur Miller.
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Danielle Solzman Solzy at the Movies Despite its brief run time, Brooklyn Bridge is a fascinating look into the New York landmark. Rated: 4/5 Oct 9, 2024 Full Review Read all reviews
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Ken Burns

Director

David McCullough

Narrator

Paul Roebling

Voice

Julie Harris

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Arthur Miller

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Kurt Vonnegut

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Synopsis This documentary explores the history of the Brooklyn Bridge, one of New York City's most iconographic landmarks. The film presents the dramatic details of the bridge's planning and construction, which involved civil engineer John Roebling, as well as his son, Washington, and his wife, Emily. In addition to covering the span's long development, the production looks at the structure's legacy and features input from various notable figures, including writers Kurt Vonnegut and Arthur Miller.
Director
Ken Burns
Producer
Ken Burns, Roger M. Sherman
Screenwriter
Amy Stechler
Production Co
WETA
Genre
Documentary, History, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
Jul 15, 2020
Runtime
58m
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