Detroit: Bankruptcy of a Cultural Symbol

This documentary charts the dramatic rise and fall of Detroit, once the beating heart of the American car industry and a symbol of the American dream. It shows how the city built by Ford, Chrysler and General Motors slid into decline and eventual bankruptcy over half a century. Through its streets and residents, it captures the human cost of deindustrialization. A powerful watch on America, industry and the fate of a fallen giant. Free to watch in HD on Dr Documentary.

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