Brooklyn Bridge
1981, Film, 58 min, Documentary, History, English, United States, MoviePedia score 69
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. From conception to construction, it traces the bridge's transformation from a spectacular feat of heroic engineering to an honored symbol in American culture.
Directed by Ken Burns
Cast
- Paul Roebling as Washington Roebling
- Julie Harris as Emily Roebling
- Arthur Miller as Self
- Kurt Vonnegut Jr.
- Richard Pini
- Fred Sherry
- Austin Stevens
- Richard Rescia
- David McCullough as Self - Narrator
- Mel Blanc as Bugs Bunny (clip from 'Bowery Bunny')
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