Plot

This documentary examines the great problems and ingenious solutions that marked the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge, tracing its transformation from a spectacular feat of heroic engineering to an honored symbol in American culture.

This documentary chronicles the world-famous Brooklyn Bridge in New York City. The difficult construction process is described in interesting detail; later parts of the film interview current notables who describe the effects that the Brooklyn Bridge has had upon New York society and beyond.—Rush Wickes

The first documentary from American filmmaker Ken Burns, it chronicles the creation of the Brooklyn Bridge, from the arduous construction process to its astounding legacy. Narrated by David McCullough, and featuring the voice talents of Paul Roebling, Julie Harris, Arthur Miller, Kurt Vonnegut, Richard Pini, Richard Rescia, Fred Sherry and Austin Stevens.