New York is the city of cities, a world-class metropolis. More and more people are coming to New York, want to see the capital of the world or want to work and live there. But how does such a city prepare for the future? The film shows how Manhattan initiated change.
New York is booming. Especially Manhattan, the heart of the city, is a symbol of the city of the 21st century. But how does such a city prepare for the future? What is the plan for a livable, competitive city of the future? The mass of commuters and tourists that flock to Midtown Manhattan every day is increasing rapidly. New solutions have to be found to save the city from collapse. Together with private investors, the city of New York is breaking new ground to keep Manhattan viable and sustainable. The film gives insights into possible solutions for urban planning and social problems that the city has to face in the age of technologization. The most important actors for the conversion of New York into a city of tomorrow will have their say.
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