Mr Smith Goes To Washington Reviewed

Mr Smith Goes To Washington was made in 1939. It starred James Stewart who played the lead character Jefferson Smith. Jefferson was an All-American guy with small town values. He was known in his community to be a good, decent, honest man. It was these very qualities that catapulted his career in the Senate. But his good qualities will be used for evil purposes that Jefferson is unaware of at the time.

When Jefferson first arrives in Washington D. C., he is completely fascinated to be a part of the American political machine. Many of his peers in the Senate doubt his ability to be an effective politician. Several others prey on his lack of experience and naivete. But Smith is too caught up in the awe of the white house to even notice.

Jefferson was brought into the White House by his state’s governor, after the passing of the previous Senator. The Governor thought Smith was a perfect replacement because of his honest reputation and lack of experience; he thought Jefferson would be an easy man to manipulate. Jefferson is unaware of this plan. His highly patriotic outlook on American politics blinds him to the underhanded schemes plaguing the Senate.

Jefferson believes in the integrity of the government and puts his full faith and trust in those that create policy and uphold laws. His peers do not take him seriously. He appears to be out of place and not as sophisticated as his other fellow Senators. At times, he is considered to be a bumbling idiot and too small town to work and understand the complex world of government politics. But they soon find out they underestimated Jefferson and he becomes a force to be contended with once he finds out about the dishonest dealings taking place.

Jefferson learns of the corrupt deals exchanging hands between Senators. He is saddened and shocked by the revelation. But he quickly goes into action and seeks to fix the Senate and restore its integrity. He stands alone against those against him and fights for a just Senate.

He starts a filibuster on the State floor and exposes the American public to the illegal dealings within the Senate. This leads to the termination of the guilty parties. He is then applauded as a great American hero; proving that the American people still value virtue and honesty within their government.

This film was considered the first whistle blower movie of its time. It showed American politics in a light that was never seen before. And for this very reason it was protested by many. Many politicians thought it portrayed the United States government poorly and were concerned about the views of other countries. The film was actually banned in several countries. It had an immediate and wide impact on the viewing public.

Mr Smith Goes to Washington did what its filmmaker set up to do. It got people talking about the system and giving those that run it a closer look. The film also proved that it only takes one person to do the right thing no matter how important or insignificant they may be.

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