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2020272 minPG-13documentary

6.5/ 10(21 ratings)• TMDB

City Hall

2020272 minPG-13documentary

6.5/ 10(21 ratings)• TMDB

Boston’s city government is examined through issues of racial justice, housing, and climate action in this comprehensive documentary.

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Frederick Wiseman

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Boston’s city government is examined through issues of racial justice, housing, and climate action in this comprehensive documentary.

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An epic look at Boston’s city government, covering racial justice, housing, climate action, and more.

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