A Capital Plan (1949)

This short documentary features a portrait of Ottawa in the mid-20th century, as the nascent Canadian capital grew with force but without direction. Street congestion, air pollution, and rail traffic were all the negative results of a city that had grown without being properly planned. French architect and urban designer Jacques Gréber stepped in to create a far-sighted plan for the future development of Ottawa. With tracks moved, factories relocated, and neighbourhoods redesigned as separate communities, Ottawa became the capital city of true beauty and dignity we know today.

Director: Bernard Devlin
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 11 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Cinematography: Denis Gillson
Production: ONF | NFB
Country: Canada
Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

urbanism, short film

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is A Capital Plan about?
This short documentary features a portrait of Ottawa in the mid-20th century, as the nascent Canadian capital grew with force but without direction. Street congestion, air pollution, and rail traffic were all the negative results of a city that had grown without being properly planned. French architect and urban designer Jacques Gréber stepped in to create a far-sighted plan for the future development of Ottawa. With tracks moved, factories relocated, and neighbourhoods redesigned as separate communities, Ottawa became the capital city of true beauty and dignity we know today.
Who directed A Capital Plan?
A Capital Plan was directed by Bernard Devlin.
Who stars in A Capital Plan?
A Capital Plan stars Lorne Greene.
How long is A Capital Plan?
A Capital Plan has a runtime of 11m (11 minutes).
What genre is A Capital Plan?
A Capital Plan is a Documentary film.
Where was A Capital Plan produced?
A Capital Plan was produced in Canada.