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This preview of Flight 93 has actually been banned in a few theatre’s, and I can understand why. It’s heart-wrenching, and brings back chills, tears, and memories that so many of us would like to forget. But we can’t.
This is just one movie to possibly “look forward to” in the coming year.
Are there any others that you are looking forward to? What is your opinion of this movie? Is it too early to have a movie on September 11th?
April 7th, 2006 at 10:01 pm
I almost NEVER go to the movies, but this is one that I am DEFINATELY planning on going to. I saw the trailers, I’ve used this story in a majority of my speeches, and I think that America needs a reminder of 911. This is a good way to do it.
Is it too early for a movie about 911?
NO way, if it is too early, then what was farenhieght 911 doin out in 04?
In my oppinion, I think that all Americans should see it.
April 7th, 2006 at 11:09 pm
I think this movie is a very good idea. We need to remember why we are fighting the War on Terror.
April 8th, 2006 at 8:17 am
I definitely think an accurate movie on 9/11 is what America needs. Already Americans have forgotten why we must defend ourselves; they need to remember just how bloody and terrible 9/11 was and see, again, how evil the terrorists are still.
I haven’t heard of this movie; I really hope it’s a success.
April 8th, 2006 at 10:02 am
Tim-I don’t have much trouble with a movie, book or story…if it is truthfully done. I was going to add “and tastefully”, but depending on the subject matter, that may be difficult. From what I’ve read about this one, the viewer may be left with some question in their mind as to the possibility of the airplane being brought down by U.S. military command, rather than by those poor folks that found themselves on flight 93. Not sure about that but I have read as much.
The larger point and question for the Christian might be to ask, “to what end am I spending my time and money to burn these images and sounds into my mind…and my heart?”
Generally speaking, I don’t think it is a wise thing to count on Hollywood (knowing of it’s overall political and religious climate) to be deliverers of truth in any form. A movie studio’s goal is to make money. A producer, actor, writer or director may say, “we just wanted our little film to be seen.” With some exception, the translation is, “we just wanted our film to hit a nerve (good or bad) with as many people as possible, so that we could get broad exposure for ourselves, our stars and our studio and make as much profit as possible…generally speaking.
There is a quote and forgive me, I don’t know who said it but it is along these lines, “if something is repeated often enough, no matter if it’s the truth or a lie, the people will believe it.” I look forward to the day when the truth reigns in our land.
-The Arkanblogger
April 8th, 2006 at 12:40 pm
I would really like to see a movie of 9/11. Since I was in South Africa at the time I don’t know all of the details, etc. and I’d really like to know all the details!
April 8th, 2006 at 8:59 pm
I am very excited about this movie, and I’m glad that this is the story that will be the first to be told about 9/11 on film (the fact that the next movie on 9/11, World Trade Center, will be directed by Oliver Stone makes me even happier). I will admit that seeing the plane hit the WTC in the trailer wrenched my gut almost as badly as the first time it really happened, and I can understand why people won’t want to see this movie. However, that’s no reason for it not to be released. The world needs this film to remind itself of what happened on that awful day four-and-a-half years ago.
April 10th, 2006 at 8:27 am
“The larger point and question for the Christian might be to ask, “to what end am I spending my time and money to burn these images and sounds into my mind…and my heart?—
Hey buddy, I’ve already got them burned in there. I was watching on TV after the first plane came in, and the first tower burned. I was watching with my family when the second plane came in, and hit the other building. I was watching when they showed the pentagon get hit, and when the reports came in of the United Flight 93. I’ve already got them burned in there.
What this movie would do is reinforce those memories, and the reminder of the brutal, vicious and terrible evil in this world, that seeks to wreak havoc and terror on me and my country.
I don’t care how particularly accurate this movie is, as long as it doesn’t glorify the terrorists, as Hollywood is apt to do. Judging from the trailer though, it looks very good.
April 10th, 2006 at 12:31 pm
I have to echo Palm Boy on this one. I was doing my science that Tuesday morning when I first heard the news… It’s something most American’s will never be able to forget. Images that will last in our minds forever. I am looking forward to seeing the movie and hoping that it will accurately portray what went on in flight 93.
That said, what other movies is everyone looking forward to this year? I want to go see Ice Age II
April 11th, 2006 at 6:07 pm
I would definitely go to see it. I don’t think it’s too early for a movie about September 11th, though for those individuals who were directly effected by 9/11 (in the way of the death of a close family member or friend), I think that such a movie might be too painful to watch. I also hope that it will be an accurate portrayal!
April 12th, 2006 at 7:02 am
Sorry I haven’t commented guys…a sudden “overload” in work if you will. But I’m back and ready to roll (once I catch up in school
).
Great thoughts…we’ll have to see if everyone is still thinking the same way after the movie.
April 16th, 2006 at 9:55 pm
Not soon enough… I need to see that movie. “Let’s Roll”
April 17th, 2006 at 4:14 pm
[...] I’ve been thinking about the movie Flight 93 lately, musing a little on it, and checking out the comments on the site about it. Then yesterday, I was watchig the Military Channel, and saw a preview for the movie. [...]
April 21st, 2006 at 11:43 am
In fighting for a close friend of mine and what she stands for, here are a few points: I feel like this movie does not need to be played without some sort of direct donation of proceeds for the many organizations that have been involved in promoting awareness of terrorism/attacks/security/medical assistance, etc. This film is not really teaching us anything new. It should have some sort of donation.
Another point is that it should have some sort of warning (at least the trailer should have had this). Some family members or friends of victims are going to movies and have to sit through a hurtful trailer without any kind of warning. There should be warnings for the televised trailers as well as the trailers that are playing in the theaters.
My last point is that there should be a call-to-action at the end of the film indicating to viewers how to help, how to make a difference. It’s true most people will walk out of the theater saying : “Wow, that was so horrific, I can’t imagine how that all happened. blah, blah, blah.” It would be better if people walked out of the theater saying: “Wow, that was so horrific, I can’t imagine how that all happened. At least I have some way to find out more and how to be involved and help become more aware and active. Maybe I can help prevent this type of thing from happening again.”
April 22nd, 2006 at 1:57 pm
Tim…most definitely I’m looking forward to seeing this movie…for a multitude of reasons. Among which is the heroism and sacrifice of these people has been forgotten because the media will not show any of the footage from that fateful day. We can not forget that day…we must remember their sacrifice…so if called upon we will do the same.
Susan
April 24th, 2006 at 4:16 pm
[...] There is an absolutely fantastic review of Flight 93 over at Hugh Hewitt’s site. In light of our previous discussion, I thought you might like to read it. [...]
April 26th, 2006 at 10:11 pm
Yes, Tim, I will see it.
I, too, saw the whole thing played out on TV from beginning to end on 9/11. I was home recovering from surger, and that following week, I never left the tv.
No, it’s not too soon. In fact, it is too LATE! Americans have forgotten about what happened on 9/11 and WHO hijacked the planes. We can not forget.
April 30th, 2006 at 1:48 pm
I won’t go see this movie. To go see this movie would be letting someone take advantage of a tragedy, and the patriotism it inspired, to line thier own pockets. If there was an effort to really make donations, then it MIGHT be a different story, but as things stand, if I need a reminder, I’ll watch the news clips and pictures. Think about who is going to be making money off of your heart-ache.
On a side note, Pirates of the Carribean 2 = wicked good looking.
May 4th, 2006 at 9:47 am
Thanks Bill. You said a lot of what I wanted to say in the comments I posted earlier. It is very important to know that there will be no proceeds benefitting the victims families or organizations that are proactive about terrorism or to community organizations like the red cross or disaster relief funds. Just a money-maker for Hollywood. Also, as it stands now, there will be no information about how to contribute your efforts to fighting terrorism or become involved in doing something about this national/global problem. There should be a call-to-action. It is important to not just sit there and pay money to see a movie and walk away with no tools to move forward with these issues. I REFUSE TO SEE THIS MOVIE AS WELL.