"Emergent City" tracks the decade-long struggle of Sunset Park's residents against developers aiming to transform an industrial site into a retail complex. With deep concerns over gentrification and displacement in a neighborhood where 70% of households are renters, the community mobilized against the proposed rezoning. The filmmakers chronicled public meetings and protests, ultimately capturing the victorious spirit of residents who united to protect their homes and culture against powerful corporate interests. This documentary provides a compelling snapshot of urban activism and resilience in facing development challenges.
"Emergent City" documents the 10-year saga of how Brooklyn's Sunset Park community came together to fight a rezoning that would lead to gentrification in their neighborhood.”},{
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