The Donner Party: American Experience
".... one of the most powerful documentaries you will ever see." -Chicago Tribune
This haunting film tells the story of the ill-fated party of pioneers and their doomed attempt to get to California in 1846. More than just a riveting tale of death, endurance and survival, the Donner Party's nightmarish journey penetrated to the very heart of the American dream at a crucial phase of the nation's "manifest destiny." Touching some of the most powerful social, economic and political currents of the time, this extraordinary narrative remains one of the most compelling and enduring episodes to come out of the West.
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A Solid Documentary, A Sobering Story - Poustman
I've heard of the Donner party vaguely, but after this documentary I feel familiar with the story. Really well done, great scenery, historical photographs, interviews with current writers and historians. The script was smooth and told the story really well. A high-quality documentary. Watched it with wife and parents one eve during Christmas holidays; we all found it fascinating, sobering, and definitely worth watching. 4 stars.
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A Solid Documentary, A Sobering Story - Poustman
I've heard of the Donner party vaguely, but after this documentary I feel familiar with the story. Really well done, great scenery, historical photographs, interviews with current writers and historians. The script was smooth and told the story really well. ...