Synopsis
This silent film footage from the 1960s provides a comprehensive look at the devastation and recovery efforts following a massive earthquake. It begins with aerial views of destroyed and damaged buildings, collapsed streets, and landslides in an unidentified downtown area, showcasing the extent of the destruction. The footage then shifts to scenes of people dealing with the aftermath, including close-ups of cracks in the ground, damaged storefronts, and cars trapped in sinkholes. The narrative…
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- Running time
- 38 minutes