A candid portrait of the city through the sights and sounds of its daily activities. We share in the bustle and excitement of its people as they walk to their jobs, enjoy leisure hours, strive to improve living conditions and frankly discuss their feelings and attitudes about city life.
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Collection
In ACMI's collection
Credits
Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
011745
Language
English
Subject categories
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Cities and towns
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → City and town life
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → City and town life
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → United States - Social conditions
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Black and White
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)