It began as a housing marvel. Built in 1956, Pruitt-Igoe was heralded as the model public housing project of the future, “the poor man’s penthouse.” Two decades later, it ended in rubble. The footage and images of its implosion have helped to perpetuate a myth of failure; this film seeks to set the historical record straight.

A community discussion will accompany the film.

About Cinema on the Creek

Taking its inspiration from the New Monuments for New Cities exhibition, this free series features films about art and architecture that highlight themes of immigration, civic participation, patriotism, race, and heritage.