Ric Burns

Ric Burns explores the history of the construction of the Twin Towers; the history of NYC and how it became the world\'s financial powerhouse; the events that culminated with the attacks on September 11, 2001; and the aftermath and recovery of the city and its people. Includes rare archival footage from the 1960s documentary on lower Manhattan Another Day Downtown. Aired on PBS.

Directed by Ric Burns, an award-winning and elegant, lyrical and compelling portrait of the greatest and most complex of cities.

Directed by Ric Burns, an award-winning and elegant, lyrical and compelling portrait of the greatest and most complex of cities.

Acclaimed by viewers and critics alike, American Experience documentaries bring to life the incredible characters and epic stories that have shaped America's past and present.