This poem is about the things the Brooklyn Bridge has seen in its long existence. The two towers that run deep into the earth of the East River hold a century and a half of history.
Read MoreMisinformation and hate content is nothing new in politics. This story takes a look back at a specific campaign that tried to derail an honest presidential candidate from making it to the White House.
Read MoreThe Sidewalks of New York is a documentary film that begins with the tale of the famous song of the same name, and builds every moment toward the fascinating story behind Governor Al Smith, the most forgotten historical figure in American history.
Read MoreCredit for this incredible 19th century photo goes to Joshua Beal. It was shot from atop the Brooklyn Bridge's Brooklyn Tower during the bridge's construction in 1876.
Read MoreI'm trying my hand at colorizing old black-and-white photographs. This first one from 1874 is called "Solution of Dinner Question at the Conduit at Hempstead", so the text at the bottom of the photo should say "Hempstead.”
Read MoreThis film, “Abandoned History: A Film from Jordan Liles,” shows a timeline of my films up to today. If you’ve followed my website, these will look familiar.
Read MoreToday I present two new films.
Read MoreGeorge Bradford Brainerd (1845-1887) was an innovator in early photography.
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