Yes. It's not realistic like, say, a 10 minute exposure at the ocean.
I used to work on the 47th floor of the building partially visible at the far right and did see light like that. Not such s stark contrast, though.
Ah. Here it is... This was 2008 and the scenery seemed fitting to the mood in the financial district. I saw it out the window and ran from the meeting to get the camera.
very good Matt!!
In Germany there is a band called "einstürzende Neubauten".
Your picture could maybe be a cover for a "best of album" of this band ...