This historical featurette dramatizes the events that led to Francis Scott Key writing the words to "The Star-Spangled Banner.".

Is it worth your time? Honestly, only if you are a massive fan of 1930s short films or you really, really need a nap. If you like your history served with a side of over-the-top patriotism and zero nuance, you will probably be just fine. If you prefer your movies to have, you know, actual life, you might want to skip t...


Comparing the cinematic DNA and archive impact of two defining moments in cult history.

Frank McDonald

Wilfred Lucas
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"Is it worth your time? Honestly, only if you are a massive fan of 1930s short films or you really, really need a nap. If you like your history served with a side of over-the-top patriotism and zero nuance, you will probably be just fine. If you prefer your movies to have, you know, actual life, you might want to skip this one. The whole thing is basically a slow march toward the moment the guy writes the song. You spend most of the time waiting for him to finally get to the point. It reminds me..."

Stuart Holmes
Forrest Barnes
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