US embassy celebrates anniversary of American Independence Day with Hollywood-themed event

AMMAN — The US embassy in Amman on Monday celebrated the 247th anniversary of the independence of the United States of America.  

The event emphasised the US-Jordan bilateral relationship and highlighted the deep cultural ties between the two countries, said an embassy statement.

In celebration of American movies that have been filmed in Jordan, the programme showcased Hollywood and its impact on American culture. 

“Film does not just sell tickets, but it also captures our imagination. It brings people closer. From the way movies make us feel, to the stories they convey, they have become more than entertainment, they are a bedrock and mainstay of American culture, and culture around the world,” said US Ambassador Henry Wooster. 

The US embassy in Amman has been working closely with Jordanian institutions to promote cultural exchange through film. The embassy has funded master classes with experts from Hollywood and elsewhere to train Jordan’s emerging writers, filmmakers and cinematographers to promote inclusive-economic growth. 

During the event, the ambassador also reaffirmed the United States' commitment to supporting Jordan's political and economic modernisation reforms. 

He highlighted the seven-year, more than $10 billion memorandum of understanding signed between the two countries last year, which is already supporting these initiatives and deepening the strategic partnership between the two countries.

Independence Day, which Americans celebrate as the birthday of the United States of America, takes place on July 4 each year, in honour of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. 

“This year marks 247 years of independence and it is our honour to commemorate this day with our friends and partners in the beautiful Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan,” the ambassador said.