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The World That Moses Built

The World That Moses Built

Jan 10, 1989 · 57m

Director

Edward Gray, Mark Obenhaus

Overview

From the late 1920's through the '60's, Robert Moses built the bridges and highways, parks and parkways, tunnels and expressways of New York, as well as Lincoln Center and the United Nations. However, his public works exacted a human toll; tenements were razed and entire neighborhoods disappeared. This film tells the story of America's "master builder" and his fall from grace in the struggle between public order and individual liberty.

Cast of The World That Moses Built

Crew of The World That Moses Built

About The World That Moses Built

What is The World That Moses Built about?

From the late 1920's through the '60's, Robert Moses built the bridges and highways, parks and parkways, tunnels and expressways of New York, as well as Lincoln Center and the United Nations. However, his public works exacted a human toll; tenements were razed and entire neighborhoods disappeared. This film tells the story of America's "master builder" and his fall from grace in the struggle…

When was The World That Moses Built released?

The World That Moses Built was released on January 10, 1989.

How long is The World That Moses Built?

The World That Moses Built runs 57 minutes.

Who directed The World That Moses Built?

The World That Moses Built was directed by Edward Gray and Mark Obenhaus.

Who is in the cast of The World That Moses Built?

The cast of The World That Moses Built includes David McCullough (Narrator) and Robert Moses (Self (archive footage)).