World trade centre. Hollywood cashing in or a powerful tribute to those who died?

Question

Just wondered what people thought about this. I've not seen the film but everytime i see the trailer I can't help thinking, 'isn't it a bit too soon to be making a film' and 'what purpose does it serve, surely it can't be entertainment'

Answer 1

I think Hollywood is cashing in but even though it is not like a documentary, not true word for word, the basis of the film is true life terrorists really did bring down the world trade centre.

I think making this film offers the rest of the world a perspective on what it might have been like to be there, have loved ones there or even what it was like to be an American at that time in their not so distant history.

I'm Scottish and although my most sincere sympathies went out to all those killed, injured or who lost someone I would say that those not involved really can't comprehend what it meant to those who were involved and maybe the film will be able to offer some insight.

Answer 2

I just watched United 93 last night and I have to say that even as a Canadian I wasn't ready for that yet. It was five years ago and I guess I didn't realize how fresh it still is in my mind. I think they did a wonderful job in the movie though of not sensationalizing. I know I am not going to see World Trade Center. It just feels wrong to me and I think it is way to soon to make that type of film. At least United 93 was undramatic, more like watching an episode of Rescue 911, a reinactment. WTC is going to have dramatic talks, thematic music, stars displaying themselves for the oscar committee, slowmotion running, grand heroics and shots of American flags waving.

Answer 3

I agree with the majority of the answerers. It is Hollywood's idea to cash in on a topical subject(Obviously for the dosh!) and may be a sick joke in reality. Previous events made into films are:
Titanic, Black Hawk Down, Entebbe to name but 3.

Answer 4

Just who is jumping on a bandwagon? The film was based on the book by the main characters. So they have profited twice. From booksales and film rights. I have seen the film and it focused on the plight of the characters and was all the more moving for it.

Answer 5

Definitely too soon for a tribute, the responsible for the atrocity is still out there, free, and might even use the film as propaganda.

Answer 6

A tribute would be to leave it alone or making a documentary honouring those people,instead of making money off it. Sick humans. The profits should go to the familys.

Answer 7

If it makes money they will do it.

It was a terrible event in world history. Too soon, people are still coming to terms with it. This will probably make the grieving process for many that much longer and harder!

Answer 8

People want something sensationalist - they don't really care if it's moral, or even well made they just want to be entertained by something. I can not see any merit in this film, it's just like those stupid Princess Diana books you can buy - people cashing in on other people's gluttonous desire to be shocked by things.

Answer 9

no, It isn't a bit soon to show a fillm dedicated to the memory of firemen who died in such a terrible foolish act. What disturbs me is that holywood eploits this subject to make money even if orne part is given to victims family

Answer 10

It's probably both. But I have no problem with them making films - preserving freedom of speech is more important than protecting people's sensibilities. As has been pointed out endlessly, you don't have to watch them.