Deep Dive: The Experimental City (2017)
Film Lens
The Experimental City focuses on the Minnesota Experimental City (MXC), a project initiated in the 1960s by Athelstan Spilhaus, a scientist and comic strip writer. The film details Spilhaus's vision of a domed metropolis designed to house 250,000 residents, incorporating advanced technology to tackle urban pollution and prevent urban sprawl. It presents a comprehensive look at the planning and aspirations behind this ambitious urban project.
Chad Friedrichs presents a retrospective view of the MXC, examining both its innovative goals and the various obstacles it faced. Despite the initial excitement and potential of the project, it ultimately did not come to fruition as intended. The film captures the essence of a bold experiment in urban living that aimed to redefine how cities could function in the future.
Why Watch
- •See Athelstan Spilhaus's vision for future cities.
- •Find out why the Minnesota Experimental City failed.
- •Meet the experts behind the ambitious urban project.
Did You Know
•Athelstan Spilhaus aimed to accommodate 250,000 residents in MXC.
•The project was conceived in the 1960s as a response to urban pollution.
•MXC utilized cutting-edge technology to prevent urban sprawl.
Perfect For
Urban planning enthusiasts1960s futurism fansEnvironmental technology advocates