American Suburbia (2005)
Witness a fascinating account of a nation's efforts to become progressive and prosperous.
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Episodes
- 1 1. America Marching On2005-06-01 · 6h 44mThis short illustrates the enterprising nature of the American business and its expansion through time. Hosted by Lowell Thomas.
- 2 2. A Place To Live2005-06-01 · 6h 44mA film about slum clearance and new housing projects in Philadelphia. Producer: Documentary Film Productions, Inc.
- 3 3. According to Plan: The Story of Modern Sidewalls for the Homes of America2005-06-01 · 6h 44mhe beauty and functionality of asbestos sidewalls. With a visit to Levittown, N.Y. and an interview with Norman Denny, vice president of materials for Levitt & Sons, builders. An e
- 4 4. Man Of Action2005-06-01 · 6h 44mAnimated plea for urban renewal connected with 1950s efforts to "redevelop" American city centers. Producer: Transfilm Productions. Year: 1955. Length: 00:13:28. Audio: Mono. Colo
- 5 5. The Quiet Revolution2005-06-01 · 6h 44mShows how Ford earthmoving equipment helps the builders of Levittown, Pennsylvania achieve great economies of scale. With excellent images of home and infrastructure building. Prod
- 6 6. Rochester: A City Of Quality2005-06-01 · 6h 44mTour of the area, concentrating on redevelopment and economic activity. Presents a survey of the city of Rochester, N Y, its history, culture and economic advantages. Explains the
- 7 7. Redwood Estates Promotional Films2005-06-01 · 6h 44mRedwood Estates near Santa Cruz, California: Real estate promotional film showing scenes of downtown Los Gatos, California, car arriving at the "estates" and shots of recreational
- 8 8. No Time For Ugliness2005-06-01 · 6h 44mShows that cities' approaches are marred by billboards and neon signs. Intimates that a demanding citizenry can have these unsightly signs removed. Producer: Peter Yung & Lawrence
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