A work in constant progress (and occasional regress).
Release Date:
November 13, 2024
Original Title:
Building Stuff
Genres:
Documentary
Production Companies:
GBH
PBS
Production Countries:
United States of America
Ratings / Certifications:
N/A
Runtime: 165
Humans are the most innovative species on Earth. See how engineers are supercharging our abilities, reaching beyond our horizons, and altering our environment. Engineering is all around us, and we humans have been doing it forever. But how does it actually work? Find out by watching some of the most creative and innovative folks in the game build stuff that helps extend our range, amplify our abilities, and alter our environment for the better. Experience the ups and downs with engineers as they design, build, and iterate their way through challenges, inspiring the inner “maker” in all of us.
Director:
Erik Olsen
Tod Mesirow
Theresa Loong
Editor:
Robert Kirwan
Producer:
Guisel Contreras
Ruby Kinnamon
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