Film, Motion Picture

Take Another Look At Detroit

Color 16mm promotional film produced by the Metropolitan Detroit Convention and Visitors Bureau. The film emphasizes Detroit as a venue for conventions, as a fun city for vacationers.

The film begins with a shot of a woman emerging from a pool in a Detroit t-shirt, followed by scenes shot in the first person of someone arriving at Detroit Metropolitan Airport. The film then introduces the first of several anonymous people who talk about their experiences in Detroit. Two such people talk about planning conventions in Cobo Hall. This is followed by a montage showing hotels in downtown Detroit as well as in neighborhing communities.

Mayor Coleman A. Young then appears to talke about the progress of the Renaissance Center's construction. As the testimonials about the city resume, a montage showing sports in the city plays. A double-decker Detroit Tonight Tours bus is also featured.

The following scene emphasize music, and dining in the city. One woman mention's the city's Ethnic Festivals, and shots of workers preparing Coney dogs at one event ensue. Eastern Market is also shown and discussed.

Several shots representing the auto industry, including scenes of factory workers, are featured next.

The next section focuses on Detroits proxmity to Canada, and the attractions of Belle Isle. This portion includes aerial footage of the Boblo boat STE. CLAIRE, as well as a performance by Leonard B. Smith and the Detroit Concert Band at Belle Isle's Remick Band Shell.

Cultural attractions Wayne State University, the Detroit Institute of Arts, and Greenfield Village are cover in the next segment.

The final major segment of the film covers recreation in the rest of Michigan.