The Crossing
The Crossing

The Crossing

2000Movie89 minEnglish

A made-for-TV dramatization of George Washington's perilous gamble of crossing the Delaware River and attacking the British forces at Trenton.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: The DanielsGenres: Comedy, Drama, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

In this ambitious indie comedy, two aspiring filmmakers, Daniels and Scheinert, embark on a bizarre and existential journey through their own consciousness and the surreal landscapes of their creative minds. As they navigate fragmented memories, philosophical debates, and bizarre encounters, they grapple with the nature of storytelling, friendship, and the very fabric of reality. The film unfolds as a stream-of-consciousness narrative, blending low-fi visual effects with high-concept ideas.

Critical Reception

The Crossing was an experimental indie film that garnered a cult following for its unique blend of humor, existentialism, and visual creativity. While its unconventional narrative and lo-fi aesthetic were polarizing, it was praised by many for its originality and audacious ambition. Critics often highlighted its potential as a calling card for its directors, even if it wasn't universally accessible.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its inventive and unique directorial voice.
  • Noted for its ambitious, albeit sometimes inaccessible, narrative structure.
  • Applauded for its blend of humor and philosophical exploration.

Google audience: Audience reception for The Crossing is difficult to gauge due to its niche status, but available commentary often points to a divisive but appreciated originality among those who connected with its avant-garde style.

Fun Fact

The directors, known collectively as 'The Daniels', used extremely limited resources and often employed guerrilla filmmaking tactics, shooting much of the film in and around their own living spaces.

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Wuchak

Wuchak

**_Crossing the Delaware on Christmas night to take down a Hessian garrison_** Shot in April-May, 1999, this is a realistic account of George Washington’s audacious gamble precisely when his demoralized scanty army needed a victory. As f...