The Pruitt-Igoe Myth (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 2012, The Pruitt-Igoe Myth is a documentary and history film directed by Chad Freidrichs, running about 79 minutes.
What it’s about. Destroyed in a dramatic and highly-publicized implosion, the Pruitt-Igoe public housing complex has become a widespread symbol of failure amongst architects, politicians and policy makers. The Pruitt-Igoe Myth explores the social, economic and legislative issues that led to the decline of conventional public housing in America, and the city centers in which they resided, while tracing the personal and poignant narratives of several of the project's residents. In the post-War years, the American city changed in ways that made it unrecognizable from a generation earlier, privileging some and leaving others in its wake. The next time the city changes, remember Pruitt-Igoe.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, The Pruitt-Igoe Myth has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Fandor Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Pruitt-Igoe Myth page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Pruitt-Igoe Myth (2012)?
- In US, The Pruitt-Igoe Myth is available to stream on Fandor Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Pruitt-Igoe Myth worth watching?
- The Pruitt-Igoe Myth holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was The Pruitt-Igoe Myth released?
- The Pruitt-Igoe Myth was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 79 minutes.