Tom Provost and the Making of "Young Washington" film and Ellen Stofan (The Smithsonian) Re: New Exhibitions (America250)

Guests: Dr. Ellen Stofan, Under Secretary for Science and Research at the Smithsonian, chats about how the Institution is marking the nation’s 250th anniversary through dynamic science programming and nationwide engagement through their new “Our Shared Future: 250” initiative. And acclaimed screenwriter Tom Provost chats about being the co-screenwriter and the making of the upcoming new epic historical drama Young Washington, opening in theaters July 3rd. The film explores the formative years of George Washington and features an all‑star cast, including William Franklyn‑Miller in the title role, with standout performances from Mary‑Louise Parker, Kelsey Grammer, Andy Serkis, and Ben Kingsley. Tom is here to share how this sweeping story came together on the page. Young Washington website:  https://www.angel.com/movies/young-washington Young Washington Trailer:  https://youtu.be/LJek-kc384w?si=c_ietZGaSjGVarbk The Smithsonian:  https://www.si.edu/visit/museums #YoungWashingtonfilm #GeorgeWashington #AmericanHistory #America250 #Oursharedfuture250 #Oursharedfuture250 #TheSmithsonian #July4th #BenKingsley #KelseyGrammer #BenKingsley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.