Power Dynamics in Urban Planning

This chapter explores the historical context of urban planning, focusing on the influence of powerful figures like Robert Moses over landowners and the consequences for struggling farmers. It highlights a pivotal interview that reveals Moses's complex relationship with power and his moral decisions, as well as the broader implications of political dynamics during the late 1920s. The narrative seamlessly intertwines discussions on filmmaking, ambition, and the challenges of accurately portraying such a controversial figure in cinema.