True life masterwork from Paul Greengrass

Rating: 10/10 (24 November 2016)

This real-life thriller chronicles the events inside United 93 on September 11th, 2001 – a day that has gone down in history as one of the biggest tragedies to hit America. Basically, it's a palm-sweating tale of terrorism and hijacking, as innocent passengers get caught up in events that will have devastating consequences. And devastating is the word to describe this movie. For nearly two hours we're subjected to a slow, horrifying build-up telling a story we all know and are aware of, before director Paul Greengrass lets rip with a pulse-pounding, utterly terrifying and at the same time awe-inspiring climax that is the most powerful bit of film I've ever watched – I couldn't breathe, I was openly crying, and I was utterly entranced by this superb bit of filmmaking.
Nothing more can be said really, other than that this film acts as a memorial to those on the flight, and that everyone should see it. Acting, technical qualities, and cinematography are all absolutely great, and nothing falls flat anywhere in the movie. Spellbinding, awesome, utterly disturbing, downbeat, and yet uplifting – the cocktail of emotions you'll experience as this film closes is unlike anything you'll have ever felt before. A real trip.