Brooklyn Bridge (1981)

7.5 November 8, 1981 58m Released
DocumentaryHistory

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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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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