The story of our generation

Rating: 10/10 (6 June 2006)

We may never know the truth of the events which transpired on that Day, but that is not important here. The official explanation leaves me wanting, but neither do the array of conspiracies seem plausible. But do not let this film become propaganda.
See it for what it is, a poignant observation of character intertwined with crumbs of fact, as all the classic cinematic stories before it were. Let us put aside such bickering, and be in awe of humanity never before put on display so vividly.
The utter confusion and disbelief that reigned on that Day is so clearly reenacted, the raw emotions so prevalently on display, that one has trouble separating this inspiring story (and it is no more than a story) from reality. We feel we could be seated on United Flight 93. It requires no stretch of the imagination.
There are two types of acting. The first emphasizes stirring, larger than life performances often seen from the likes of Pacino. The second kind is so subtle that you forget it's all an act. Neither is the superior form, but for a poignant flashback to that Day, there is no doubt which form is most appropriate.
Leave the details to the history books, the news, and the documentaries. Facts are scarce in United 93. Facts are trivial.