The mystery of the death of the thirty-fifth President of the United States John F. Kennedy is still one of the most exciting questions in history. For Americans, his image is symbolic and violent death is estimated almost as martyrdom for the bright future of his people. He - the icon of the XX century, to assume a heavy burden - the well-being of millions of people - and went through it with flying colors. To his credit are many difficult political decisions that failed to many leaders of our time. At the same time, John Kennedy was not just the US president, he was one of Kennedy that meant so much more.

History of the show

The series "The Kennedys" has ordered the cable channel History, who decided to take part in the competition for the viewer to the original project. At its core, the show was supposed to be historical, reflecting in detail events of the mid XX century through the prism of the biographies of the members of the Kennedy family. Based on the principles of similarity with historical prototypes, considering the actors' talents and tractability we found actors and actor best known for the role of the main characters. The director of the project was made by John Cassar, also not the last person in Hollywood. The series was removed, divided into eight series, prepared for the show ... and the show was canceled.

Channel History, reviewing the materials received, decided that "Kennedy clan" does not match the theme of the channel, which means that the interpretation of historical events in the series is quite ambiguous, controversial, and factual side of the issue is a bit weak. But gathering dust on a shelf series was not meant to, it quickly picked up the young cable channel ReelzChannel, while Canada has bought the rights to show History Television, the head of which is in the "historicity" of the drama doubt less than their American counterparts. As a result, in April 2011, the series was released, gathered a record audience for ReelzChannel. Americans thing, that is - rated, have proven that they care about factual points less than spectacular tragedy.

What show?

"Kennedys" predictable about the coming to power of one of the most influential and well-known families in the United States - Kennedy. They - the personification of high society in America, began their ascent in the thirties of the last century with Joseph Kennedy, who made a fortune in real estate and film business and write the best party of the daughter of the mayor of Boston - Rose. Joseph Kennedy was a promising politician, the US ambassador to Britain, but his controversial reputation did not allow him to go further. He placed all their hopes on the eldest son, but he died in the Second World War. And then the role of the main hopes of the family went to John F. Kennedy, who did not want this.

Events in the series tells about the father of the Kennedy family, the education of the brothers, the presidential race, John presidency. Time is relative, and viewers see the past and the present in one episode. Of course, an important role in the series creators took Jackie Kennedy, the wife of the president, their acquaintance and the development of relations. Her personality in the history of no less important than the personality of the president. It is also no less important interpretation of the decisions taken by the Kennedy presidency, the influence of his family to these decisions. The series exposes John talented but indecisive politician, a little naive to such a heavy burden. Interestingly, as the project will be to beat the murder of John F. Kennedy, around which is still too much speculation and nedogovorok.

Cast

The role of Jacqueline Kennedy in the series performed Katie Holmes, it looks like the real Jackie. Her husband played the famous Greg Kinnear, matured significantly in recent years. Brother Robert - Barry Pepper, father and patriarch of the family - a wonderful Tom Wilkinson. Such a star cast for the miniseries - a great success.

How much do it the truth?

The delightful historical series based on the life of the Kennedy family, but many of the details and nuances of the political history of the United States, interesting facts from the life of the most influential families. This is the story of conquering America come from Ireland, Catholics and Democrats who as a minority forced the majority to believe in themselves. Stunning poignant drama about family, first of all, on the commitment and ability to achieve their own.

"Kennedys" - a fascinating story. Will the television series was nominated for awards? Maybe. It is controversial because it is situated on the border between the historical reconstruction of the facts and an independent drama. The ambiguity in the approach to history that could cost him critical acclaim. But great shot and played that show, perhaps most important, and that it did not take away.

Anna Chizh

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