"Independence Day" was one of the first movies to use computer-generated imagery (CGI) to depict large-scale destruction, such as the White House being destroyed by an alien spacecraft.

The film's release in 1996 coincided with the 200th anniversary of the actual Declaration of Independence, signed on July 4, 1776.

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"National Treasure" (2004) features a historic artifact, the Declaration of Independence, as the main plot point.

The film's protagonist, Benjamin Gates, played by Nicolas Cage, is an American historian and treasure hunter.

"Liberty Stands Still" (2002) is a drama that takes place on July 4th and focuses on the personal and emotional costs of war.

"Forrest Gump" (1994) is not explicitly about the Fourth of July, but it does feature several significant events that take place on this day, including Forrest's participation in a ping-pong tournament in China and his decision to start a shrimping boat business.

"Saving Private Ryan" (1998) is a war film that takes place during World War II.

The film's protagonist, Captain John H.

Miller, played by Tom Hanks, leads a group of soldiers on a mission to find and extract a paratrooper, Private James Francis Ryan, whose brothers have all been killed in the war.

"Lincoln" (2012) is a historical drama that takes place during the final months of President Abraham Lincoln's life.

The film chronicles Lincoln's efforts to pass the 13th Amendment to the United States Constitution, which would abolish slavery.

"Miracle" (2004) is a sports drama based on the true story of the United States men's ice hockey team's victory over the Soviet Union in the 1980 Winter Olympics.

"The Sandlot" (1993) is a coming-of-age film that takes place during the summer of 1962.

The main characters play a baseball game on the Fourth of July.

"Hamilton" (2020) is a filmed version of the popular Broadway musical that tells the story of American founding father Alexander Hamilton.

The musical features a diverse cast and blends hip-hop, R&B, pop, and traditional show tunes.

"The Patriot" (2000) is a war film that takes place during the American Revolution.

The film's protagonist, Benjamin Martin, played by Mel Gibson, is a South Carolina farmer who joins the Continental Army to fight against the British.

"1776" (1972) is a musical that dramatizes the events leading up to the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

The film features a score by Sherman Edwards and a book by Peter Stone.