A 5-million square foot plant in Detroit, once home to the Packard Motor Car Company, now stands in disrepair due to failed politics and criminal activities.
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A 5-million square foot plant in Detroit, once home to the Packard Motor Car Company, now stands in disrepair due to failed politics and criminal activities.
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The Packard Motor Car Company's 5-million square foot plant in Detroit stands in ruins, a relic of the American Dream. After ceasing operations in 1954, the site became a target for scrapping and arson. Amid the decay, a local business fights to survive. Street artists and curious visitors, including developer Fernando Palazuelo, are drawn to the site. "Packard: The Last Shift" details the legacy of this automotive giant and its effects on the surrounding community.
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Why Watch
- See the abandoned 5-million square foot Packard plant.
- Meet Fernando Palazuelo, a developer interested in the site.
- Find out about the street artists drawn to the decay.
Did You Know
- The Packard Motor Car Company ceased operations in 1954.
- The plant spans 5 million square feet and is now in disrepair.
- Criminal activities like scrapping and arson have affected the site.
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When did the Packard Motor Car Company cease operations?
The Packard Motor Car Company ceased operations in 1954.
What is the size of the Packard plant?
The Packard plant covers 5 million square feet.
Who is the director of 'Packard: The Last Shift'?
The director of 'Packard: The Last Shift' is Brian Kaufman.
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