World Trade Center

Synopsis

In the heart of tragedy, 'World Trade Center' narrates the harrowing true story of two Port Authority Police officers, John McLoughlin and Will Jimeno, who find themselves trapped in the rubble after the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. Struggling to survive amidst the chaos and destruction, the film showcases their courage, resilience, and the unwavering human spirit that emerges in the darkest of times. As their families and rescue teams fight against all odds to bring them home, 'World Trade Center' is a moving tribute to the indomitable human will to survive and persevere.

Cast

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  Nicolas Cage

  John McLoughlin

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  Maria Bello

  Donna McLoughlin

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  Connor Paolo

  Steven McLoughlin

• Anthony Piccininni

  JJ McLoughlin

• Alexa Gerasimovich

  Erin McLoughlin

• Morgan Flynn

  Caitlin McLoughlin

Reviews

Despite the tragic subject matter, 'World Trade Center' has received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised the film for its emotional depth and compelling performances, others felt that it lacked the necessary depth to truly capture the enormity of the events of 9/11. Rotten Tomatoes gave it a rating of 66%, saying 'World Trade Center is a well-intentioned and at times powerful testament to lives lost on 9/11, although it falls short of truly capturing the scope of the tragedy.' IMDb rated it 6.0/10, with some users commending the film for its portrayal of hope and resilience. Metacritic also gave it a score of 66/100, stating 'while the film's intentions are noble, it falls short in fully exploring the complexities of the events of 9/11 and the impact on those involved.' Overall, 'World Trade Center' is a poignant tribute to the heroes of 9/11, but some critics feel it could have delved deeper into the emotional and psychological aspects of the story.