It's really weird being an American these days. Most of your life is spent trying to figure out what you believe and how you can alter what you think might be oppression and all the other stuff that comes with living during unprecedented times. And when all that feels like an open wound, I like to watch a movie that reminds me what this country can be, if we just put in a little effort and love. Today, I want to go over ten films I think you should watch this Independence Day. Let's dive in. Mr. Smith Goes to Washington (1939)Frank Capra was a really complicated guy. His autobiography is one of my favorites, He was an immigrant who grew up poor and sort of stumbled into becoming one of the most important filmmakers of all time. This timeless classic champions the ideals of American democracy. Led by Jimmy Stewart, he plays a naive and idealistic young man appointed to the U.S. Senate who single-handedly takes on a corrupt political machine. The passionate filibuster scene is inspiring. 1776 (1972)Before Hamilton, there was 1776. It was a Broadway hit that took on the signing of the Declaration of Independence with wit, humor, and a surprising amount of historical accuracy for a musical. The Patriot (2000)Look, I know this Mel Gibson and Roland Emmerich movie is not historically accurate. But when Mel takes out those red coats and saves his son in act one, how can you not just like rise...
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