Olmsted and America's Urban Parks (2011)

Cast

• Kevin Kline - Frederick Law Olmsted
• Kerry Washington - Narrator

Screenplay

• Rebecca Messner

Keywords

municipal park, park, landscape architect

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Olmsted and America's Urban Parks about?

Frederick Law Olmsted designed New York City's Central Park with Calvert Vaux over 150 years ago, and it remains an undisputed haven of tranquility amidst one of the largest, tallest, and most unnatural places on earth. This film examines the creation of America's great city parks in the late 1800s through the enigmatic eyes of Frederick Law Olmsted, visionary urban planner and landscape architect. In his own words, Olmsted and America's Urban Parks weaves together Olmsted's engaging and poignant personal story with those of the lasting masterpieces he left for us today, featuring Academy Award-winning actor Kevin Kline as the voice of Frederick Law Olmsted.

Who stars in Olmsted and America's Urban Parks?

Olmsted and America's Urban Parks stars Kevin Kline, Kerry Washington.

How long is Olmsted and America's Urban Parks?

Olmsted and America's Urban Parks has a runtime of 57m (57 minutes).

What genre is Olmsted and America's Urban Parks?

Olmsted and America's Urban Parks is a Documentary film.

Where was Olmsted and America's Urban Parks produced?

Olmsted and America's Urban Parks was produced in United States of America.