Bridges


60m 2000

Brief Synopsis

Documentary about bridges, from the aqueducts and arch bridges of ancient Rome, to the monumental marvels of our time. The program traces the history and evolution of major bridge types, including the suspension, arch, beam, truss and cantilever designs, and tells the stories behind landmark bridges

Film Details

Also Known As
Modern Marvels (02/29/00)
Genre
Documentary
Historical
Release Date
2000
Production Company
Actuality Productions; Hearst Entertainment & Syndication

Technical Specs

Duration
60m

Synopsis

Documentary about bridges, from the aqueducts and arch bridges of ancient Rome, to the monumental marvels of our time. The program traces the history and evolution of major bridge types, including the suspension, arch, beam, truss and cantilever designs, and tells the stories behind landmark bridges including Pont Du Gard, London Bridge, the Brooklyn Bridge, the Golden Gate, the Sydney Harbor Bridge and Japan's Akashi Kaikyo.

Film Details

Also Known As
Modern Marvels (02/29/00)
Genre
Documentary
Historical
Release Date
2000
Production Company
Actuality Productions; Hearst Entertainment & Syndication

Technical Specs

Duration
60m

Quotes

Trivia