Depressing movie but not too shabby...

Rating: Null/10 (29 January 2007)

I wouldn't say it was the best movie in the world, but I think that it would be interesting to people because Americans have strong feelings about that day anyway. It will forever be a part of our history, however heartbreaking it is, but unlike the WW and Vietnam movies, it strikes a chord because it is fresh in our minds and is known personally by everyone. I believe that the drama and reality will hit home to a lot of people, whether it's a great movie or not.
It starts looking in on a group of police officers who go in the Trade Centers to help possible wounded people. While in (as we all know) the building collapses leaving them trapped inside. After, the main focus is directed towards two officers trying to stay alive under the wreckage waiting for rescue, and the impact it has on their families.
Yes, it does zero in on just the two families and just mild touches on the millions of other people that were affected as well. I see the point of that. It's the same concept as trying to see the light at the end of the tunnel, no matter how small it seems. People have spent so long mourning the loss of thousands that I believe that the writers wanted to focus on one good outcome of that tragedy, even though it is tiny in comparison to the loss.
Being a member of the military, it helped me keep focus on the purpose of what I do everyday and restored my pride getting a chance to go out of the country and do things not many people get to do. I would say this movie is worth a gander. Be ready for a little anger, sadness, etc. but there were survivors who are grateful to be alive and they mourn those who were not so lucky as we all do.