City of Cranes
The filmmaker's website for the film features a photo gallery and more information about Eva Weber's films. It also includes a section that mentions the names and work locations of the crane drivers who contributed to the film.
Filmmaker Interview with Eva Weber
In this interview with Luis Pedron from the Slamdance Film Festival, director Eva Weber talks about her inspiration for making City of Cranes. (2008)
Wall Street Journal Blogs: The Numbers Guy: Dubai's Rampant Crane Inflation
Carl Bialik, who writes a blog called "The Numbers Guy" on the website of The Wall Street Journal, dissects the myth that one in four of the world's cranes is in use in Dubai. (May 20, 2008)
How Stuff Works: How Tower Cranes Work
This page breaks down how cranes work and how they lift such heavy weights. It also explains the different parts of a crane and sheds light on the mechanics of crane driving.
Talk About This
Have more suggested links, books and films related to City of Cranes? Enter them here to share with others.Videos Featuring Other Work By Filmmaker Eva Weber
Here's a collection of video interviews with and clips from filmmaker Eva Weber.
One Piece: Eva Weber on Cities
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eLkLTs8lUvc
The director of "Steel Homes" and "The Solitary Life of Cranes" talks about cities and beauty.
DOXA: "Steel Homes" Trailer
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rQiBxBLRwgM&feature=related
"Steel Homes" takes the viewer inside the world of a self storage warehouse, uncovering the hidden treasures and secrets behind the locked doors.
Queer Lounge: Eva Weber Talks About "Steel Homes"
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CkVVF0KBw1U&feature=related
Filmmaker Eva Weber talks about her new documentary "Steel Homes," which screened at the 2009 Sundance Film Festival.
by Theresa Riley (POV) from New York, NY
August 18, 2009, 2:23 PM