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