‘The American experiment is clearly ongoing’: Netflix series examines how the US was founded
A new Netflix docuseries titled 'The American Experiment' explores the history of the United States through the perspectives of historians and prominent political figures. The series examines the nation's founding and questions the long-term sustainability of the American democratic project.
Why it matters
The series provides a platform for diverse political voices to reflect on the fragility and evolution of American governance ahead of the nation's 250th anniversary.
‘The fear of losing it all is actually a source of our strength’ … The American Experiment. Photograph: Courtesy of Netflix View image in fullscreen ‘The fear of losing it all is actually a source of our strength’ … The American Experiment. Photograph: Courtesy of Netflix America at 250 Documentary ‘The American experiment is clearly ongoing’: Netflix series examines how the US was founded In a new docuseries, names including Kamala Harris, Al Gore, Mike Pence and Hillary Clinton reflect on America’s origins
The article describes the content of the documentary neutrally, though it highlights the 'dark' thematic undertones of the series.
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