City symphony

A Bronx Morning by Jay Leyda, a 1931 short film documenting the Bronx

City symphony is a film genre encompassing documentary, experimental, and the avant-garde that emerged in the 1920s.[1] Coming to prominence alongside modernist art movements such as futurism, constructivism, and radicalism, city symphonies reflect the historical development of city centers and technological hubs of advancement.[2] As the art of cinema became more respected, filmmakers such as Walter Ruttman and Dziga Vertov gravitated towards works highlighting the beauty of cities, aiming to capture scenes of modern life from their narrative points of views.[1]

  1. ^ a b Weinberg, Herman (2018-07-20). The City Symphony Phenomenon. Routledge. p. 271. doi:10.4324/9781315619989-62.
  2. ^ MUBI Collection: CITY SYMPHONIES|MUBI