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What Parents Need to Know
Parents need to know that #GeorgeWashington is a mini-documentary that examines the life of the first president of the United States of America in a unique way, through a social media lens. Experts from various fields join together to share their reflections on the founding father's life by piecing together crucial stories and facts from letters to and from Washington. The inspiration for this project came from many Americans' lack of fact-based knowledge about this important historical figure.
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What's the Story?
#GEORGEWASHINGTON is a 12-minute mini-documentary that explores the life of the first president of the United States in a completely new way. Historians and experts use thousands of letters written to and from George Washington to explore his daily life, challenges, and decision making in a uniquely modern way. The documentary imagines Washington's life as a Facebook profile, with posts and conversation threads to highlight important details. Many untold stories are brought to light in this piece that emphasizes the importance of being a lifelong learner.
Is It Any Good?
This mini-documentary puts a fun and inventive spotlight on the life and times of the first president of the United States. #GeorgeWashington guides viewers through many unique aspects of Washington's life in a relatable, social media-inspired manner. This piece makes the founding father seem like a more relatable person, by helping the audience understand his inner thoughts. Visual diagrams and famous paintings create an immersive experience for viewers. The historians and experts don't shy away from ascensive subjects, such as slavery.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about all the important facts experts shared in #GeorgeWashington. What are some new things you learned about the founding father? What was the most surprising thing you learned?
The mini-documentary included a social media-inspired timeline of important events that took place in George Washington's life. What would you put in a timeline of your life?
Do you enjoy learning about history? Which historical figure or time period would you like to learn about next?
TV Details
- Premiere date: January 1, 2017
- Network: HBO Max
- Genre: Educational
- Topics: History
- TV rating: TV-PG
- Last updated: February 28, 2022
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