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Movie poster: The City (1939)
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The City

1939 · 44 min Documentary
5.8 / 10 · TMDB

A prescient documentary about city planning, which presents idyllic suburbs and nuclear families as a solution to the chaos, poverty and social decay of industrialized inner cities.

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Year 1939
Country United States of America
Genre Documentary
Director Willard Van Dyke
Runtime 44 min.
Rating TMDB: 5.8/10 (12 votes)

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The City has mixed reviews with a rating of 5.8/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.

Not every film is made for everyone. Read the synopsis, watch the trailer — you'll know right away if it's for you.

A classic from 1939. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.

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