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.
Genre: Documentary, History
Stars: David McCullough, Paul Roebling, Julie Harris, Arthur Miller, Kurt Vonnegut, Richard Pini
Crew: Ken Burns (Director), Ken Burns (Director of Photography), Amy Stechler (Editor), Amy Stechler (Writer), Amy Stechler (Associate Producer), Buddy Squires (Associate Producer)
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Studio: Florentine Films, Thirteen
Runtime: 58 minutes
Quality: HD
Released: Nov 08, 1981
IMDb: 3.8
