Benedict Arnold movie, talk planned Thursday

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Filmmakers Tom Mercer and Anthony Vertucci will show the Battles of Saratoga scenes from their documentary, “Benedict Arnold: Hero Betrayed” and discuss Arnold’s role in the battle at 7 p.m. Thursday at the State Military Museum, 61 Lake Ave.

The British surrender at Saratoga is considered by historians to be a turning point in the American Revolution. The two-hour film, narrated by Martin Sheen, had its premiere in early November at Universal Preservation Hall in Saratoga Springs, and is available for rent or purchase on most major streaming services.

For more information about the film, go to https:// www.benedictarnoldherobetrayed.com. For information about the event, call 518-3160840.