The Social Life of Small Urban Spaces(1980)
The Social Life of Small Urban Spaces Synopsis
This witty and original film is about the open spaces of cities and why some of them work for people while others don't. Beginning at New York's Seagram Plaza, one of the most used open areas in the city, the film proceeds to analyze why this space is so popular and how other urban oases, both in New York and elsewhere, measure up. Based on direct observation of what people actually do, the film presents a remarkably engaging and informative tour of the urban landscape and looks at how it can be made more hospitable to those who live in it.
The Social Life of Small Urban Spaces (1980) is a documentary film directed by William H. Whyte, released on January 1, 1980 with a runtime of 58m. It stars William H. Whyte. Viewers rate it 10.0 out of 10 across 3 ratings.
- Director:
- William H. Whyte
- Writers:
- William H. Whyte
- Production:
- The Municipal Art Society of New York
- Status:
- Released
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Directed by William H. Whyte, written by William H. Whyte.
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Average viewer score of 10.0/10 from 3 ratings.
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The main cast of The Social Life of Small Urban Spaces (1980) includes William H. Whyte. The film was directed by William H. Whyte. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Social Life of Small Urban Spaces released?
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The Social Life of Small Urban Spaces was released on January 1, 1980 and runs for 58m.
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The Social Life of Small Urban Spaces (1980) holds an average rating of 10.0 out of 10 from 3 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
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