Stone is definitely back....

Rating: 7/10 (28 August 2006)

Oliver Stone's newest endeavor, World Trade Center, has turned out to be a success. Although there was no controversy in this film, as there is surrounding the events of September 11th, Stone does portray the event with immeasurable authenticity. Oliver Stone can make a conventional film as he clearly depicts the events of September 11th sans his overused guerrilla style. The film cuts back and forth between Nicolas Cage, stuck in a copious amount of debris, and his family. Although Cage does not move for almost 80% of the film, he turns in one of his most genuine performances. The film was extremely heartfelt and very difficult to view for a native new yorker. There is a certain attachment to the emotional volcano that erupts several times throughout the film, that new yorkers have. Strangely enough, during the screening i was in, there were some youngsters talking on there cell phones. Someone complained and after a short confrontation the children were removed by police. As the children were escorted out of the theater a loud applaud could be heard from the theater guests. Not only did September 11th bring new yorkers together more than ever before, but the film recalling its events brought together the audience. I sincerely hope that this film revisits, and opens peoples eyes up to the fact that everyone can be friendly in a time of emergency. I just hope that one day we can all be friendly even when its not an emergency.