American Suburbia Season 3

Synopsis

This series gives an account of the efforts made by American cities to promote real estate. Get an insight into the efforts made by cities- Doylestown, Levittown and Detroit at inviting people to come and live there. You will see the Mayor of Detroit himself extolling the virtues of his city. Showcases the city of Rochester and its penchant for cleanliness and spaciousness.

Main Cast

Episodes

Episode 1

01 June 2005 - America Marching On

This short illustrates the enterprising nature of the American business and its expansion through time. Hosted by Lowell Thomas.

Episode 2

01 June 2005 - A Place To Live

A film about slum clearance and new housing projects in Philadelphia. Producer: Documentary Film Productions, Inc.

Episode 3

01 June 2005 - According to Plan: The Story of Modern Sidewalls for the Homes of America

he beauty and functionality of asbestos sidewalls. With a visit to Levittown, N.Y. and an interview with Norman Denny, vice president of materials for Levitt & Sons, builders. An excellent film on Fifties standardized building processes. Year: 1952. Length: 00:17:57. Audio: Mono. Color.

Episode 4

01 June 2005 - Man Of Action

Animated plea for urban renewal connected with 1950s efforts to "redevelop" American city centers. Producer: Transfilm Productions. Year: 1955. Length: 00:13:28. Audio: Mono. Color.

Episode 5

01 June 2005 - The Quiet Revolution

Shows how Ford earthmoving equipment helps the builders of Levittown, Pennsylvania achieve great economies of scale. With excellent images of home and infrastructure building. Producer: Ford Motor Company, Tractor and Implement Division. Year: 1956. Length: 00:09:08. Audio: Mono. Color.

Episode 6

01 June 2005 - Rochester: A City Of Quality

Tour of the area, concentrating on redevelopment and economic activity. Presents a survey of the city of Rochester, N Y, its history, culture and economic advantages. Explains the role of good planning in the city's development. Sponsor: Rochester Gas & Electric. Producer: Handy (Jam) Organization.

Episode 7

01 June 2005 - Redwood Estates Promotional Films

Redwood Estates near Santa Cruz, California: Real estate promotional film showing scenes of downtown Los Gatos, California, car arriving at the "estates" and shots of recreational activities available, homes under construction, long shots of the estates and homes, roads, automobiles and large sign for the "Redwood Estates"

Episode 8

01 June 2005 - No Time For Ugliness

Shows that cities' approaches are marred by billboards and neon signs. Intimates that a demanding citizenry can have these unsightly signs removed. Producer: Peter Yung & Lawrence Ravitz. Year: 1965. Length: 00:23:30. Audio: Mono. Color: COLOR.

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