About The Undefeated Presents: Hamilton In-Depth

This 2020 documentary probes into the creation and cultural impact of the revolutionary Broadway musical, Hamilton. It provides viewers with an intimate view of the landmark musical, exploring the backstory and socio-political import of the hip-hop-infused show. Throughout the show, interviews with key players let us delve deep into both, the musical’s inception and the relevance of Alexander Hamilton.

Making / Production

The Undefeated Presents: Hamilton In-Depth was produced by ESPN's platform, The Undefeated, targeted at exploring the intersections of race, sports and culture. They brought together the creatives behind the musical 'Hamilton' and provided a platform to delve into the making and significance of the project.

Actors

• Lin-Manuel Miranda: Creator of 'Hamilton' and actor in the lead role. Miranda's expressive portrayal of Alexander Hamilton gave depth and relatability to the character.
• Phillipa Soo: Played the role of Eliza Hamilton. Soo portrayed the quiet strength and resilience of Eliza with aplomb.
• Leslie Odom Jr: As Aaron Burr, Odom Jr brought charm and a solemn intensity to the role.
• Renée Elise Goldsberry: Goldsberry, as Angelica Schuyler, conveyed intelligence and wit in her dynamic performance.
• Daveed Diggs: In the roles of Marquis de Lafayette and Thomas Jefferson, Diggs demonstrated remarkable versatility.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The Undefeated Presents: Hamilton In-Depth is not just about the musical, but also about the inspiration behind it, America's founding father, Alexander Hamilton.
• Besides exclusive interviews, the documentary includes previously unseen backstage footage.
• In the documentary, there is a deep conversation about the multicultural relevance of the Broadway hit.

Quotes

• "I'm just like my country, I'm young, scrappy, and hungry..." - Lin-Manuel Miranda as Alexander Hamilton
• "I am the one thing in life I can control. I am inimitable, I am an original." - Leslie Odom Jr as Aaron Burr
• "I've been reading 'Common Sense' by Thomas Paine. So men say that I'm intense or I'm insane…" - Renée Elise Goldsberry as Angelica Schuyler

Music and Soundtrack

The documentary's music is rooted in the groundbreaking soundtrack of 'Hamilton', created by Lin-Manuel Miranda, combining hip-hop, R&B, pop, soul, and traditional-style show tunes.

• "Alexander Hamilton" - The musical's opening number setting the stage for the story.
• "Satisfied" - Angelica Schuyler's anthem, recounts her encounter with Alexander.
• "Wait for It" - A song showcasing Aaron Burr's philosophy of life.
• "Non-Stop" - The Act 1 finale, depicts Hamilton's tireless work ethic.