“Hamilton” (*** out of four) was a stirring live version of the Broadway smash about the life of Alexander Hamilton (Lin Manuel-Maranda) and how he came to prominence and was influenced by historical characters George Washington, James Madison, and Thomas Jefferson amongst many others. Not quite as extraordinary as worldwide critical acclaim has said but well-acted, well-staged, and features some smashing musical numbers (Chris Jackson’s “One Last Time” in particular is a real wow). Film obviously loses some punch from not seeing it live in theaters like most photographed plays but is still nicely captured and entertaining.