10 Movies To Watch On Independence Day
July Fourth
Happy Birthday to the United States of America. On July 4th, 1776, the world heard about how the USA was going to go independent. I am proud to be an American, and I love watching films that capture the American Spirit.
Here are ten films to watch on Independence Day:
The Alamo – This 1960 historical epic is the only movie that John Wayne directed. It recounts the Battle of the Alamo, which led to Texas independence and later statehood.
13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi – Michael Bay brings to life the story of terrorists assaulting the United States embassy in Benghazi, Libya, in 2012 and the men sent to save it. This movie is a sobering look at how politics can get in the way of doing the right thing.
The Great Debaters – Denzel Washington portrays real-life debate coach Melvin B. Tolson, who leads a debate team at Wiley College to take on reigning champion Harvard University.
Invasion USA – Chuck Norris co-wrote and stars in this film about a terrorist group staging an invasion in Florida. It is up to him to stop them.
My Fellow Americans – This comedy shows two former US Presidents working together to unravel a conspiracy. Jack Lemmon, James Garner, and Dan Akroyd all pull out great performances.
Kelly’s Heroes – Clint Eastwood leads a dynamite cast as a soldier who learns of some hidden gold deep behind enemy territory during World War 2.
Mr. Smith Goes To Washington – Jimmy Stewart portrays Jefferson Smith, a local outdoorsman who is thrust into becoming a senator and later framed in a conspiracy.
The Sound Of Freedom – Starring Jim Caviezel, the plot recounts the story of one man who decided to leave it all behind to rescue children from nefarious criminals. It is moving, personal, and a beautiful story.
Captain America: The First Avenger – Chris Evans makes his debut as Captain America. Taking place in World War 2, we see Cap take on Red Skull and HYDRA.
We Are Marshall – When most of their football players are killed in a plane crash, Marshall University decides to rebuild their team, but it soon becomes an uphill battle.
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