MONROE HILL

A narrative documentary tracing the legacy of James Monroe from his Albemarle County farm to the presidency. Through archival records, landscapes, and historical context, it follows Monroe's journey as a Revolutionary War veteran, statesman, and neighbor to Jefferson - framing his ideas and contradictions against the backdrop of early Virginia.

The Crew

Eduardo Montes-Bradley

Director

Sara Bon-Harper

Self (James Monroe's Highland)

William Ferraro

Self (Washington Papers)

Ben Ford

Self (archaeologist)

Scott Harris

Self (James Monroe Library)

Daniel Preston

Self (The Papers of James Monroe)