Brooklyn Bridge

Brooklyn Bridge(1981)

G
11/08/1981 (US)Documentary, History0h 58m
7.6

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.

Ken Burns

Director

Amy Stechler

Writer

Top Billed Cast

David McCullough

David McCullough

Self - Narrator (voice)

Paul Roebling

Paul Roebling

Washington Roebling (voice)

Julie Harris

Julie Harris

Emily Roebling (voice)

Arthur Miller

Arthur Miller

Self (voice)

Kurt Vonnegut

Kurt Vonnegut

Self (voice)

Richard Pini

Richard Pini

Self (voice)

Fred Sherry

Fred Sherry

Self (voice)

Dustin Stevens

Dustin Stevens

Self (voice)

Richard Rescia

Richard Rescia

Self (voice)

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