Daybreak Express

Daybreak Express

Directed by D. A. Pennebaker

19575 min7.2 / 10

A lyrical five-minute visual poem capturing the rhythmic energy and fading grandeur of a doomed New York landmark, set to Duke Ellington's jazz.

Set to a classic Duke Ellington recording "Daybreak Express", this is a five-minute short of the soon-to-be-demolished Third Avenue elevated subway station in New York City.

Essence

Like Daybreak Express

Nearest across the full emotional profile.

Same Mood as Daybreak Express

Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.

Like Daybreak Express, But Darker

Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.

Like Daybreak Express, But Lighter

Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.

Like Daybreak Express, But Less Popular

Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.