About the Movie
An impossible adventure begins when a young boy sneaks out of George Washington's encampment on a frantic search for his father, a 6th Pennsylvania soldier who does not return from the 1778 Battle of Monmouth. Will the game of draughts (checkers) save the young boy's life and get him home?
"A Revolutionary Tale" brings you into the little known world of General George Washington's Civilian Army of 2000 Women, Children and Men who supported the Soldiers during the American Revolutionary War.
An Epic Historical Drama, this inspirational story will captivate the audience through the adventures of Elijah, a 10-year-old farm-boy and his faithful dog Jack, and their chance run-ins with famous figures and unsung hero's from Valley Forge through the 1778 Battle of Monmouth.
Based on letters and diaries from the period, the movie is part love story and part American History; action, adventure, drama, some humorous moments and a battle scene! The story is uniting, bringing the audience into the characters struggles and triumphs in what they endure and overcome in the name of faith, family, freedom and home.
While the movie is fictional, the story highlights 60+ characters and 600+ special extras, many based on actual persons, bringing a face to people from all walks of life, from around the world, who joined the fight for freedom.
Oneida Indian Nation, Germans, French, Free Black Men and Women, Slaves, Irish, Spanish, Rich and Poor, Merchants, Bankers and Irish Dirt Farmers –
“they put their differences aside to come together for one common goal – “Freedom from Tyranny”.