The movie titled 1776 is an excellent musical version of what happened at the Continental Congress in the months leading up to the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. The original thirteen colonies signed this declaration and agreed to separate from England thus the United States of America was formed.
             Tension with England's King George III was at an all-time high. Colonists were frustrated with the actions of their rulers overseas. Taxes were placed on them, and British soldiers occupied their towns and cities. A few members of the Continental Congress began speaking of independence. In the musical version of 1776, viewers are given a new perspective on the writing of the document. The Movie shows the date of June 6 1776 with our forefathers in Philadelphia discussing what they should do about the adoption of independence. The following scenes focus on events that surround the beginning of this country's most historic document; the Declaration of Independence. It is wonderful how the movie has a historical accuracy. The set was interesting; it showed colonial houses and the downtown area of Philadelphia that revealed the chambers where the delegates met. This brought an authentic look to the show.
             This movie focuses mainly on the character of John Adams as he tries to pass a motion for independence. John Adams was in Philadelphia for more than a year before his goal of gaining independence started to originate. His dream appears to be unattainable until Virginia backs his cause. On June 7, Richard Henry Lee of Virginia proposed to the Continental Congress the resolution calling for a Declaration of Independence: that "these United Colonies are, and of right ought to be, free and independent States..." Teaming up with Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Jefferson, Adams manages to overcome obstacles by the loyalists who supported England in Pennsylvania and the slaveholders in Georgia, North Car...