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Finally, an Action Movie About Washington’s French and Indian War Years
Young Washington gives us pre-Revolutionary George, bristling with awkwardness and ambition.
TL;DR
- The film 'Young Washington' depicts an imperfect, ambitious early George Washington, contrasting with traditional heroic portrayals.
- Washington makes significant mistakes during the French and Indian War, potentially sparking the conflict and losing battles.
- These early failures are presented as a necessary foundation for his later greatness and leadership.
- The movie draws parallels to mythological hero's journeys, emphasizing growth through adversity.
- The production by Angel Studios is noted for its 'light-amplifying' stories, resulting in a less gritty narrative than potentially imagined.
- A key theme explored is the 'Great American Inferiority Complex' and the seed of grievance present from America's origins, linked to Washington's experiences of being underestimated.