That first paragraph from Ebert could easily apply to Van Sant's Elephant, and, as with you Vercetti, it rouses my interest considerably.

I am very torn about seeing this film. Although it is supposed to be very good, I'm not sure that I could handle it. The scene that you refer to, DZ, with the passengers saying good-bye to their families, I just don't know if I could watch that. Knowing that the ending, watching people innocently board that plane, not knowing that the world as we know it is about to end, it sends shivers down my spine. Just seeing the photo in paper of the plane's boarding information, with the date, September 11, 2001 made my stomach turn.

I'm glad to hear that the portrayal was done well, but I'm unsure if I could see it. Those of you who have, please continue to share your experiences with us! Thanks.

I'm not torn in the slightest way. I do not intend to see the film. The commericals alone, containing mili-second clips are hard enough to watch.

One day, when it's shown on tv curiousity will probably get the best of me and I'll catch bits & pieces. For now, I know for a fact it is something I could not sit through.

Apple

Just posted my full review. It can be found here.

The Philadelphia Inquirer had a small paragraph next to its review of United 93 that said . . .

"What's your reaction? Is it too soon for such a film, or is the time right for the 9/11 story to be retold? Send your response in 200 words or less."

So I edited my review down to 200 words and sent it in.

Fingers crossed for getting it in the paper.

Just got the Inquirer weekend edition today and an excerpt of my review was published!

Very exciting.

Well done Mista! What were the other reviews like? In accordance with yours?

The paper seemed to suceed in providing a good mixture of reviews, although most seem to express approval of the film. The exact excerpt that was published was a slightly edited version of this . . .

A director faces a difficult situation when his film is being blasted and criticized before it is even released. As the pioneer in what will surely become a sub-category unto itself in the disaster films genre, Greengrass took careful precaution in crafting the first 9/11 film, and his dedication seems to have paid off. I do not at feel as though Greengrass and/or the movie industry did not wait long enough to make a film about the events of September 11th. Now is the perfect time, while the subject matter will still be relevant, poignant, controversial, and fascinating. United 93 is a remarkable achievement in cinema, done in a tasteful and respectful manner.

1st September release date for the UK. Expect a bit of a wait for my thoughts on it, then...

WOW! Congrats, Mista! That's really cool...