The first concern many Americans might have about the new "United 93" — that a drama about 9/11's "fourth plane" would be either mawkishly exploitative or a rallying cry for jingoists — aren't quite so worrying for film buffs who know the movie's writer/director: In his previous "Bloody Sunday," which depicted a pivotal tragedy in the Irish "troubles," Paul Greengrass demonstrated an extraordinary poise dealing with politically loaded horrors. Read the full review
The story of the passengers and crew, their families on the ground and the flight controllers who watched in dawning horror as United Airlines Flight 93 became the fourth hijacked plane on the day of the worst terrorist attacks on American soil: September 11, 2001.
Director: Paul Greengrass
Starring: Opal Alladin, Erich Redman, Ben Sliney, Susan Blommaert, Peter Hermann
Run time: 111 minutes
Release date: April 28, 2006
Rating: R for some intense sequences of terror and violence.
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Hollywood on tragedy
Hollywood typically — but not always — has waited longer to depict major traumatic events than it has with "United 93."
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Quicktime
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution: A-
"We all know what's going to happen. ... Still, nothing can fully prepare moviegoers for the sights and sounds of United 93."
Austin American-Statesman: 4 of 5 stars
"This devastating and thoughtful film may be exactly what's needed as we continue the generation-long task of grieving."
The Dayton Daily News: A
"... leaves you emotionally shaken and then stays with you for days, which is the sign of a truly effective film."
The Palm Beach Post: B+
"If and when you are ready for a film about United Airlines Flight 93, (director Paul) Greengrass has made one that puts you in the center of the action."
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