The City movie poster

The City

May 26, 1939 0h 44m 5.8/10 (12 votes)

Originally released in 1939. The City is a documentary film. directed by Willard Van Dyke. At just 44 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Morris Carnovsky

Synopsis

A prescient documentary about city planning, which presents idyllic suburbs and nuclear families as a solution to the chaos, poverty and social decay of industrialized inner cities.

Quick Facts

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Release Date May 26, 1939 86 years ago
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Runtime 0h 44m 44 minutes total
User Rating 5.8/10 Mixed (12 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • American Documentary Films Inc.
  • American Institute of Planners
  • Civic Films Inc.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The City about?

A prescient documentary about city planning, which presents idyllic suburbs and nuclear families as a solution to the chaos, poverty and social decay of industrialized inner cities.

Who directed The City?

The City was directed by Willard Van Dyke.

How long is The City?

The City has a runtime of 0 hours and 44 minutes (44 minutes total).

When was The City released?

The City was released on May 26, 1939 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The City?

The main cast of The City includes Morris Carnovsky.