Metros of the World, Explained

Metros of the World: The Underground Kings of Public Transport | Stories of the World

From the underground veins of London to the neon tunnels of Tokyo — the metro is more than a transport system. It’s the heartbeat of modern civilisation.
Every city tells its story through its subway: its architecture, its sound, its silence, its people.

In this first episode of Stories of the World, we explore the global story of metro systems — how they shaped the 20th century, how they define the 21st, and how the simple act of moving from one station to another reveals the hidden order of our urban lives.

This documentary takes you across London, Paris, Moscow, New York, Tokyo, Delhi, Seoul, and more — exploring how metros became the great equalizers of the modern city.
From engineering marvels to social microcosms, this film looks at how cities breathe, move, and connect beneath the surface.

00:00 - Introduction
00:56 - Chapter 1
02:45 - Chapter 2
06:05 - Chapter 3
08:26 - Chapter 4
11:04 - Chapter 5
14:39 - Chapter 6
16:47 - Chapter 7

Watch the world move — one train at a time.

What this episode explores:

The birth of the underground rail revolution in London (1863) and its global impact.

How metro architecture and design reflect national identity and social history.

The evolution of public transport as the backbone of the urban ecosystem.

What metros reveal about human behavior, time, and the psychology of crowd movement.

The poetic rhythm of motion, repetition, and the human need to move together.

About Stories of the World
Stories of the World is a cinematic documentary series exploring the hidden systems and stories that shape global civilization — from cities and machines to cultures and ideas.
Created by Hindoleh Shihan, filmmaker and storyteller behind Me, Myself & Films.

Each episode dives deep into a universal story — one that transcends borders and speaks to the shared experiences of the world’s citizens.

Also catch the Playlist Me, Myself and Films if you are a film buff:    • Me, Myself, and Films  

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