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Brooklyn Bridge

G

1981

58 minutes

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Overview

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.

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Top Cast

David McCullough headshot

David McCullough

Self - Narrator (voice)

Paul Roebling headshot

Paul Roebling

Washington Roebling (voice)

Julie Harris headshot

Julie Harris

Emily Roebling (voice)

Arthur Miller headshot

Arthur Miller

Self (voice)

Kurt Vonnegut headshot

Kurt Vonnegut

Self (voice)

Richard Pini headshot

Richard Pini

Self (voice)

Fred Sherry headshot

Fred Sherry

Self (voice)

Dustin Stevens headshot

Dustin Stevens

Self (voice)

Richard Rescia headshot

Richard Rescia

Self (voice)