I've always been pleased to know that both James Stewart and his Mr. Smith/It's A Wonderful Life director, Frank Capra, were deeply committed, patriotic Republicans. (As were Lionel Barrymore, Thomas Mitchell and Donna Reed.) Last time I watched Mr. Smith, I didn't catch a single mention of any party, but maybe I missed it? Interesting article about IAWL: https://www.newsmax.com/staciecarriestoelting/its-a-wonderful-life-jimmy-stewart-veteran/2019/12/23/id/947137/
Now watch Passion of the Christ.
there's a few movies worth watching in relation to this era.
I've long been a fan of Mr Smith goes to Washington.
even if the character portrayed was a Democrat in his day.
https://youtu.be/bXoF7w6IWAc https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mr._Smith_Goes_to_Washington
I've always been pleased to know that both James Stewart and his Mr. Smith/It's A Wonderful Life director, Frank Capra, were deeply committed, patriotic Republicans. (As were Lionel Barrymore, Thomas Mitchell and Donna Reed.) Last time I watched Mr. Smith, I didn't catch a single mention of any party, but maybe I missed it? Interesting article about IAWL: https://www.newsmax.com/staciecarriestoelting/its-a-wonderful-life-jimmy-stewart-veteran/2019/12/23/id/947137/
wow, that's an amazing backstory, makes the movie all the more poignant. Thanks!