Although you don't have photos, video and the like for this time period, the filmmakers used actors to recreate some scenes as well as the voice talents of some VERY prestigious actors-which, I am surprised the History Channel could afford-including James Woods, Michael York Hal Holbrook and others. Second, the show was made so exquisitely. Considering how important they were in setting precedents and working through what, exactly, the office entails, it's the most important period in the nation's history-but it's something most Americans know almost nothing- about although they certainly should. First, the period covering our first three Presidents is pretty much a void for documentaries-especially the terms of George Washington.
Once Ellis hits his stride with Washington, Jefferson, Adams and Madison you will find yourself sitting along side these great men as they struggle to transform the idea of an American democracy into a reality.I loved this documentary for two main reasons.
The initial chapter covering the Burr- Hamilton duel could put you off as Ellis includes too much unnecessary detail. Complex issues like slavery had to be dealt with carefully or not at all if the Union was to be preserved.
The States were apprehensive about creating any centralized form of government with the authority to tell them what to do after all hadn't they just fought and won the right to be free of England. They often made policy up as they went along each understanding the importance of compromise if America was to be given the opportunity to stand on untested wobbly legs. You will get to know the founding fathers as individuals, each with unique strengths and weaknesses. An honest and mature presentation of the challenges our Founding Fathers faced creating America after the Revolution. Highly recommend Founding Brothers, this is a great read.
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