Manhatta (1921)
Storyline
Morning reveals New York harbor, the wharves, the Brooklyn Bridge. A ferry boat docks, disgorging its huddled mass. People move briskly along Wall St. or stroll more languorously through a cemetery. Ranks of skyscrapers extrude columns of smoke and steam. In plain view. Or framed, as through a balustrade. A crane promotes the city's upward progress, as an ironworker balances on a high beam. A locomotive in a railway yard prepares to depart, while an arriving ocean liner jostles with attentive tugboats. Fading sunlight is reflected in the waters of the harbor. The imagery is interspersed with quotations from Walt Whitman, who is left unnamed.
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Movie Details
| Original title | Manhatta |
|---|---|
| Release date | Jan 1, 1921 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | manhattan, new york city, short film, silent film, city portrait, city symphony, poetic documentary |
FAQ
What is Manhatta about?
Morning reveals New York harbor, the wharves, the Brooklyn Bridge. A ferry boat docks, disgorging its huddled mass. People move briskly along Wall St. or stroll more languorously through a cemetery. Ranks of skyscrapers extrude columns of smoke and steam. In plain view. Or framed, as through a balustrade. A crane promotes the city's upward progress, as an ironworker balances on a high beam. A locomotive in a railway yard prepares to depart, while an arriving ocean liner jostles with attentive tugboats. Fading sunlight is reflected in the waters of the harbor. The imagery is interspersed with quotations from Walt Whitman, who is left unnamed.
When was Manhatta released?
Manhatta was released on Jan 1, 1921 (status: Released).
Who directed Manhatta?
Charles Sheeler, Paul Strand directed Manhatta.
What is the TMDB rating of Manhatta?
Manhatta has a TMDB rating of 6.6/10 from 81 votes.