The Redemption of the L.A. River

The Redemption of the Los Angeles River
Peter Bennett

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Ironically, the river's dryness has contributed to its almost iconic status. Its cement banks have served as scenery for blockbuster films like Chinatown, Terminator 2 and Grease. Photo taken March 2010.

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