New York: A Documentary Film (1999)
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This eight-part, 161⁄2-hour television event explores New York City's rich history as the premier laboratory of modern life. A sweeping narrative covering nearly 400 years and 400 square miles, it reveals a complex and dynamic city that has played an unparalleled role in shaping the nation and reflecting its ideals.
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David Ogden StiersNarratorKenneth JacksonSelf - Commentator
Mike WallaceSelf - CommentatorJohn Steele GordonSelf - CommentatorRobert A.M. SternSelf - Commentator
David McCulloughSelf - Commentator
Allen GinsbergSelf - Commentator
Daniel Patrick MoynihanSelf - Commentator
Fran LebowitzSelf - Commentator
Robert CaroSelf - Commentator
Rudolph GiulianiSelf - Commentator
Martin ScorseseSelf - CommentatorMovie DNA
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What is New York: A Documentary Film about?
This eight-part, 161⁄2-hour television event explores New York City's rich history as the premier laboratory of modern life. A sweeping narrative covering nearly 400 years and 400 square miles, it reveals a complex and dynamic city that has played an unparalleled role in shaping the nation and reflecting its ideals.
How long is New York: A Documentary Film?
New York: A Documentary Film has a runtime of 120 minutes.