SARATOGA SPRINGS — Two Saratoga County men who wrote and produced a movie about Benedict Arnold, will screen portions of their film and discuss Arnold’s role in the Battle of Saratoga during a free presentation at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 26 at the New York State Military Museum in Saratoga Springs.
Filmmakers Tom Mercer and Anthony Vertucci will show the Battles of Saratoga scenes from their documentary, “Benedict Arnold: Hero Betrayed,” and discuss the history involved.
The fighting at Saratoga and the surrender of the British Army is considered by historians to be a turning point in the American Revolution.
Mercer and Vertucci, the film’s writers and producers, will also share stories from behind the scenes about the making of their docudrama and take questions from the audience.
The two-hour film, narrated by Martin Sheen, had its premier in early November at Universal Preservation Hall in Saratoga Springs, and is available for rent or purchase on most major streaming services.
The New York State Military Museum is located at 61 Lake Ave.
