First off, our apologies for the delay in watching this film. (Rose) However, we are happy to say that our reasons for postponing watching the movie were unfounded. This film turned out to be much better than anticipated.
The movie was based on the true story of George M. Cohan, who you might recognize from the infamous tune "Give My Regards to Broadway." Besides being educational (we had never heard of George M. Cohan before watching this film), it was an inspirational story based on the American Dream. Through hard work, belief, and a little bit of luck, any one can succeed in this country. The movie was also filled with a refreshing view of our country's patriotism. It seems as though now days patriotism is a word that is thrown around often because people think they should be patriotic. Yet, in the movie, the love of one's country, which is true patriotism, seemed to be instilled in the people from birth and naturally grow throughout their lives.
One additional note, we discovered in this film the origin of the saying, "My mother thanks you. My father thanks you. My sister thanks you. And I certainly thank you."
WARNING: If you plan to watch this movie, be prepared for a very jumpy James Cagney.
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