The Human Scale
"Bringing Cities To Life"
Originally released in 2012. The Human Scale is a documentary film. directed by Andreas Dalsgaard. At just 83 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
50 % of the world’s population lives in urban areas. By 2050 this will increase to 80%. Life in a mega city is both enchanting and problematic. Today we face peak oil, climate change, loneliness and severe health issues due to our way of life. But why? The Danish architect and professor Jan Gehl has studied human behavior in cities through 40 years. He has documented how modern cities repel human interaction, and argues that we can build cities in a way, which takes human needs for inclusion and intimacy into account.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 20, 2012
13 years ago
Runtime
1h 23m
83 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (22 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Bangladesh
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Real Dania Fonden
- Final Cut for Real
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Human Scale about?
50 % of the world’s population lives in urban areas. By 2050 this will increase to 80%. Life in a mega city is both enchanting and problematic. Today we face peak oil, climate change, loneliness ...
Who directed The Human Scale?
The Human Scale was directed by Andreas Dalsgaard.
How long is The Human Scale?
The Human Scale has a runtime of 1 hours and 23 minutes (83 minutes total).
When was The Human Scale released?
The Human Scale was released on February 20, 2012 in theaters.