Altered Environments: An Inquiry Into Growth Of American Cities (1971)

The film discusses the historical development of American cities, highlighting how geography influenced early trading centers. It emphasizes the rapid, often unplanned growth of cities and the shift of populations from urban centers to suburbs, raising questions about the advantages and disadvantages of suburban living. The film also addresses environmental issues caused by suburban expansion, the impact on rural areas, and suggests the need for better planning and control in urban and suburban development to mitigate these problems. Keywords American cities, urban growth, suburbs, environmental issues, planning, geography, trade centers, population movement, land use, urban expansion Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about the footage and are interested in using it in your project.