United 93

“Paul Greengrass’s *United 93* is a harrowing, masterfully restrained exercise in tension that eschews Hollywood artifice for a documentary-like, real-time intensity. With its ensemble of largely unknown actors delivering deeply grounded, visceral performances, the film serves as a somber and respectful tribute to human courage under unimaginable pressure. It is an essential, albeit emotionally demanding, watch for those who appreciate unflinching historical realism and masterful, high-stakes craftsmanship.”