Henry Ford's America

Henry Ford's America

10.0IMDb Score
Released:1977-10-01
Duration:58 min
Country:Canada
Director:Donald Brittain
Actors:Donald Brittain, Henry Ford II, Lee Iacocca, George Barris, Nudie
Production:ONF | NFB, CBC

Overview:

A study of the automobile and its pervasive effect on the history of North America. Focusing on the Ford dynasty, from the original Henry car through to Henry II, the film demonstrates how society has adapted to fit the needs of the automobile.

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