"September 5" tells the story of the Munich Massacre, which occurred during the 1972 Olympics in Munich, Germany. A Palestinian group known as Black September took Israeli hostages as a political statement demanding the release of Palestinian prisoners. The film follows ABC reporters who, while scheduled to cover the sports events, become the first to report on this horrific incident.
Directed by Tim Fehlbaum, the film immerses the audience in the control room where the reporters broadcast the unfolding events. It is gritty and suspenseful, featuring excellent performances from the cast. Peter Sarsgard delivers a standout performance as the ABC producer at the time, while John Magaro shines as Geoffrey S. Mason, one of the key figures who helped bring this story to nine million viewers as it happened.
My only concern is that I found it difficult to connect with the characters on a deeper level. However, I can overlook this due to the film's significance, especially as it is currently in theaters during a challenging time in the world, with Israel releasing Palestinian prisoners. This film is a must-watch because of its relevance to today's issues. I recommend it with a rating of four stars.
While it may be seen as an Oscar contender, it is still worth seeing and discussing with others.
