Monumental Reflections breaks fresh ground in its exploration of what the Gateway Arch has come to mean- to its hometown of St. Louis and the rest of the world. After more than four decades of dominating the St. Louis skyline, this stainless steel monument has evolved into more than a memorial to westward expansion. Magnificent in its simplicity, it is both sculpture and architecture, a tribute to to the complex texture of America's past, and a gateway to the imagination. Producer Patrick Murphy has created a provocative, affectionate and sometimes irreverent exploration of this remarkable symbol, whose meaning lies largely within those who see it, touch it, and cannot help but reflect upon it. Approximate running time: 29 minutes.
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