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Poster for National Treasures: Signs & Symbols of the U.S. Founding Fathers

National Treasures: Signs & Symbols of the U.S. Founding Fathers

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2005 | 47 min | Documentary, History

Monday Morning Maybeearly rating

Why it’s a Monday Morning Maybe

With a box office flop and almost no lasting buzz, this one could be a tough watch. Keep your phone handy.

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Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Best for people who love a true story told well and anyone who likes stories from the past brought to life. You'll come away knowing something you didn't. Sits nicely alongside Apollo 11.
The mood
Eye-opening.
The pace
Well paced for a documentary, at 47 min. Short enough for a weeknight.
What might put you off
Skip it if you want made-up drama tonight.

For anyone who has ever wondered just what that mysterious pyramid on the back of the dollar bill really represents, investigative mythologist William Henry digs deep into history to demystify the symbols that the founding fathers employed to represent the new land where anything was deemed possible and the pursuit of a dream was a beacon that attracted citizens from across the globe. From the all-seeing eye to the unmistakable goddess qualities of lady liberty, this release delves deep into the mystical realms of the Kabbalah and the age old practice of alchemy to reveal a group of men with a driving desire to start life in a new land, and a strange connection to such groups as the Freemasons and the Knights Templar.

How it earned its rating

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  • Reach & staying powerWeak

    Streaming release that reached a small audience so far

  • Buzz & cultural impactWeak

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  • William HenryHimself