Very accurate and moving!

Rating: 10/10 (6 January 2007)

I was born nearly eight years after the events in this movie and I heard the story of the crash from my family while growing up. (I also found out my father-in-law was working as a mechanic at the airport that night and saw the crash firsthand). I am an alumna of Marshall University and I remember during freshmen orientation when our campus tour guide enlightened us on the significance of the fountain (which is explained in the movie for those of you who have not yet seen this feature). Yet, it was not until I saw the film that I realized the measure of this tragedy's impact on the entire city of Huntington & Marshall University. I cried (and laughed) during this movie and I would suggest it to anyone. I am a big fan of Matthew McConaughey and this is the most poignant role I've ever seen him undertake. If you decide to view this movie, I suggest carrying tissues with you to the theater (or keeping a box nearby if watching it at home)! And if you don't feel anything, you need to call either your physician (or shrink) because something is not right!