For one of his civics projects, my son had to watch this 1939 movie. We invited grandparents and aunt/uncle/cousins to watch it with us to make it a festive event.
Jefferson Smith, head of the Boy Rangers, finds himself appointed a senator for his state after the elected senator dies. Full of idealism, Mr. Smith is determined to make a difference and also grant land to the Boy Rangers. The seasoned politicians are hoping to manipulate and control him. Mr. Smith's tenacity and integrity prevail and provide a refreshing change to the corrupt system.
We loved this movie. We were not expecting to enjoy it! My son has commented a couple times after watching how "good that movie was". He was also able to view many civics concepts exemplified throughout the movie.
*Highly recommend.
Based on a scandal during the Harding administration.
Warning for smaller audience: drinking, some characters get drunk, smoking, at the end, one main character tries to commit suicide (nothing is shown-viewers just hear a gun shot) but other senators stop him
-Borrowed from the library.
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