The other day (a couple weeks ago) I was scrolling through Netflix, looking for something to watch. I happened upon Death by Lightning. I read the description:
Presenting the story of James Garfield, who rose from obscurity to become America's 20th President and Charles Guiteau, the man who assassinated him.
...and I was in.
(My high school U.S. history teacher's favorite president was Chester A. Arthur, who became president upon the death of James Garfield, so I had a vague understanding of the times and events.)
I was surprised how much I liked it. I mean, I wasn't expecting to hate it, but the first episode (of the four total) totally sucked me in. Of what I know of the actual events, the show was factual, although I'm sure many dramatic liberties were taken to dramatize the story.
So, now I'm telling people about it, as I haven't heard too much about other people watching it. I can't be the only one who saw it. And if I am, I want to make sure you get a chance to see it too.
Enjoy the trailer:
If you subscribe to Netflix, have you seen it? Have I tempted you to take a look?
I fear I’m gonna have to break down and get Netflix because they have so much I want to see. I was originally a history major in college, but I have forgotten so much. I know very little about this time. I want to see this!
ReplyDeleteI saw trailers for that somewhere. Looked good. I like historical dramas.
ReplyDeleteSounds interesting
ReplyDelete