Resolved to Live and Die: The Revolutionary Roots of Southwest Virginia is a historical documentary produced by Blue Ridge PBS and PBS Appalachia Virginia that examines the often-overlooked role of Southwest Virginia in the early years of the American Revolution. The film focuses on the Fincastle Resolutions of 1775, a declaration by frontier leaders asserting their commitment to liberty and resistance against British rule more than a year before the Declaration of Independence, from which its title is taken. Through on-location filming across regional historic sites, dramatic reenactments, and expert commentary, the documentary explores the political, military, and cultural contributions of frontier Virginians, including militia action, the experiences of settlers, and the complex loyalties of the period. It aims to illuminate how this rugged region helped shape the broader struggle for independence and to contextualize Southwest Virginia’s pivotal — and frequently under-recognized — influence on the founding of the United States.