George Washington, commander of revolutionary American forces, ends a squabble among the colonies as to under which flag the Americans will fight the British by recommending a new flag for all the colonies. He asks Betsy Ross to design and create the first flag.
Is "The Flag: A Story Inspired by the Tradition of Betsy Ross" worth watching today? Short answer: yes, but with significant caveats. This silent film offers a fascinating, if sometimes quaint, glimpse into early American cinema's attempt to weave national myth with intimate human drama, making it a compelling watch fo...
still_frame
Comparing the cinematic DNA and archive impact of two defining moments in cult history.
Arthur Maude
Edward LeSaint
Community
Log in to comment.
"Is "The Flag: A Story Inspired by the Tradition of Betsy Ross" worth watching today? Short answer: yes, but with significant caveats. This silent film offers a fascinating, if sometimes quaint, glimpse into early American cinema's attempt to weave national myth with intimate human drama, making it a compelling watch for specific audiences.This film is absolutely for history buffs, silent film aficionados, and those curious about the foundational myths of the United States as they were presented ..."
Johnnie Walker
Arthur Maude
United States
Deep dive into the cult classic
Discover similar cinematic experiences
A Directorial Spotlight on Arthur Maude
