The beginning is almost a ballet of sick Islamofascism .. with their twisted ritualistic hygiene routines. But this movie is a MUST SEE. It is intensely gripping, intense and so real. I was scared of the emotions I would feel, and honestly prayed at the beginning of the movie.
But the realities and heart-thumping pace keep you totally engaged.
One thing that struck me deeply was the looks on the faces of these beasts while they were being screened pre-boarding and the whole time there was any exchange from anyone. They stuck out like sore thumbs for these looks of foreboding and deadly seriousness they wore on their faces. Of course, we do not know what they really acted on that day, but the dead look on Atta in his photo and security video was enough to send chills down my spine. Hopefully, there is some screening for expressionless faces, foreboding in the eyes and antisocial behavior that stands out in screening lines or on the plane.
I believe that this was going to the funeral of supremely brave patriots, and this film honors them and their courage wonderfully. I believe they deserve no less than our tributes and abiding gratitude for their sacrifice by seeing this movie .. the first warriors of THIS War on Terror. It was also important that I go this weekend so that I could contribute to their Memorial, by going this weekend, but donations can be made on the site.
There are so many little things that leave indelible imprints on this event:
* The fact that their flight left 45 mins. late, which allowed for time for them to learn of the WTC attacks and the Pentagon, thereby the realization that their flight was not going to land, which galvanized the core group to action.
*Todd Beamer was supposed to leave the night before, but changed his flight to that morning to spend more time with his family. He was supposedly the last person to board .. he was running late .. yet we'll never forget his name, his resolve and faith, his conversation and prayers with the Verizon operator.
*The fact that there were enough young, strapping, strong men who would not go down without a fight, and who were far more muscular and athletic than the so called "muscle" beasts with box cutters.
*The fact that so many of the 40 were able to speak to their loved ones before they died or leave messages for them ... forever last words.
At the breathtaking end, there was utter silence in the packed theater .. and then a respectful quiet leavetaking, as if we were leaving a funeral. It was hard not to leave with tears running down my face, but I would see it again. It is superbly done. I absolutely believe that, in the end, the savages experienced terror themselves.
The only thing that disappointed me is that they didn't show a picture and name of all the brave passengers and crew on that plane. I think it should've been done in tribute.
I urge everyone to honor these brave men and women by seeing this film ...it is not overly gory or dramatized. God only knows what their bravery prevented and what more horrible repercussions than we experienced would be our reality today.
"No greater love hath a man than to give his life for his friends." NEVER FORGET!
READ HERE THE TRANSCRIPT FROM THE COCKPIT VOICE RECORDER AND THE TERROR FELT BY THESE TWISTED FANATICS.
There is no doubt in my mind that the beasts did know terror at the end ... may they be damned to that hell for eternity.
How did the others in the audience react at the film's conclusion?
Dear Starwise, thank you for the write-up about United 93, and for pinging me.
From what I had read elsewhere, I wasn't inclined to see it. It's good to hear about it from someone such as you.
Hiya STARWISE .. I saw the movie yesterday also
http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1624100/posts?page=182#182
To: Auntie Mame; conservative in nyc; AFPhys; pinz-n-needlez; onyx; ohioWfan; Texasforever; ...
Auntie Mame .. I just got back from watching United93
You were right .. I'd advise not to even bother getting the popcorn .. I bought the small and I didn't even touch
Also .. I totally agree that this movie should be seen by EVERYONE!
It's not gory like it was reported in the media ..
They do show the stabbings .. but movie producer didn't show long details of it ..
Though the movie is VERY intense
When the movie ended ... the entire theater was completely silent .. other then some sniffing .. there wasn't a sound
I did really good throughout the movie .. I was afraid I would start crying
I guess itwas because the movie has you on the edge of your seat .. even though I knew how it ended
I did however, after getting in my car before heading home .. take a couple of deep breaths .. and then the tears came
NEVER FORGET!!
182 posted on 04/30/2006 4:19:41 PM EDT by Mo1
Beautifully written, STARWISE! Thanks for your vivid descriptions.
Thanks for sharing this......
words fail me right now....
Well said!
I felt this too, wondering if my blood pressure would ever return to normal.