The events of September 11 left an indelible mark on most Americans, and certainly on those in the New York City area. Yet as fresh as the images seem, it's easy to forget the actual grit, sacrifice, and uncertainty of that day. Director Oliver Stone captures the essence of 9/11 by focusing on the true story of two Port .. Read more
| Starring | Maria Bello, Nicolas Cage, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Jay Hernandez |
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| Director | Oliver Stone |
| Genres | Drama |
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The events of September 11 left an indelible mark on most Americans, and certainly on those in the New York City area. Yet as fresh as the images seem, it's easy to forget the actual grit, sacrifice, and uncertainty of that day. Director Oliver Stone captures the essence of 9/11 by focusing on the true story of two Port Authority Police Department officers who were trapped beneath the wreckage of the fallen World Trade Center. Veteran officer Sergeant John McLoughlin (Nicholas Cage) and his team, including rookie Will Jimeno (Michael Pena) are gathering equipment to enter the burning Twin Towers when the concourse comes crashing down around them. Twenty feet below the surface, pinned by debris and unable to reach anyone by radio, the officers must rely on their own will--and on each other--to survive. Above ground, their families watch the towers fall, uncertain whether or not McLoughlin and Jimeno are there, since they are normally assigned to the Port Authority Bus Terminal. Like so many that day, Donna McLoughlin (Maria Bello) and Allison Jimeno (Maggie Gyllenhaal) wait for news at home surrounded by their families, fearing the worst and praying for the best. Stone's film depicts the horror and heartbreak of the victims, survivors, and their families with an understated, subtle touch. From the ash and dust covering everyone and everything to the dazed expressions of the workers leaving the towers to the steaming twisted metal remains of the World Trade Center, attention to detail is exceedingly realistic. Rather than being political or sensationalistic, this is a film about everyday heroes--men and women doing their best in the face of an unspeakable event. It may be just one story of many from September 11, but it represents the efforts, emotions, and reactions of so many on that fateful day.
| Starring | Maria Bello, Nicolas Cage, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Jay Hernandez, Stephen Dorff, Frank Whaley |
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| Director | Oliver Stone |
| Studio | PARAMOUNT HOME ENTERTAINMENT |
| Run time | DVD: 2 hrs 9 mins Blu-ray: 2 hrs 9 mins HD DVD: 2 hrs 9 mins |
| Certificate |  |
| Genres | Drama |
| Language | DVD: English Blu-ray: English HD DVD: English |
| Released | Production year: 2006 To Rent: DVD: 29 Jan 2007 Blu-ray: 09 Apr 2007 HD DVD: 02 Apr 2007 |
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[I]t's in the smaller moments that the film shines. Stone's focus on the men in the rubble is characteristically intense
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Unmoving and cliched
Oliver Stone is not known for making subtle films but even by his standards this is bombastic and cliched. Some truly dreadful moments - especially in the ... read more »
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So sad
A good and moving film,and yeah some bits was dragged out abit but im sure thats how it felt for poor people that was trapped down there,so sad that it was ... read more »
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Good and Moving film
Very good and moving film. Took you back to 9/11 and the devastation on that day. I do believe even the hardest person will find themselves shedding a tear or ... read more »
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Very good, very watchable
We found this to be a Very good film. Thankfully not far fetched, but a realistic interpretation. Overall, A tasteful and moving depiction of 9 11.
Movie mogul Steven Spielberg has signed on to make a documentary series about construction on the site of the World Trade Center for America's Science Channel. The filmmaker will executive produce Rebuilding Ground Zero, a six-part, 3-D documentary which will air next year (11). Architect Danny Foster will star in the project, which will be directed by Jonathan Hock. According to Daily Variety, the film will "examine the partnership of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, politicians Read more
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