CinemaOSMovie · 1989 · 0h 38m · NR

The Spirit of Pittsburgh

A new film celebrating the transformation of a city

Documentary

THE SPIRIT OF PITTSBURGH celebrates the human achievement of a city's continuing Renaissance. It is the heroic story of how Pittsburgh, once plagued by industrial pollution and urban blight, was transformed in just 40 years to what it is today. It is a story told by people who were intimately involved in its change - scientists, politicians, teachers, construction workers, business and community leaders. Unique archival footage dramatically portrays Pittsburgh's past; stunning photography captures the city today - from its hills, bridges and rivers to the medical, educational and artistic communities in its mosaic of neighborhoods. This is Pittsburgh, a place whose people take pride in their heritage and in their ever-changing home. THE SPIRIT OF PITTSBURGH was commissioned by The Pittsburgh Foundation of Dollar Bank. Look for this remarkable film at its permanent home in the Renaissance Theatre of the David L. Lawrence Convention Center.

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Status
Released
Runtime
0h 38m
Language
EN
Released
January 1, 1989
Studios
WQED

Featuring

Cast & crew

1 credited
Starring
Fritz Weaver

Fritz Weaver

Narrator

Creative team
Written by
Peter Argentine
Produced by
Peter Argentine

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