You Are Here: A Come from Away Story

I was expecting to watch a few minutes and be hit over the head with sentimentality.

I couldn't turn it off. Watched it again a month later.

Not sure I could sit through the play with that music... but the stories are wonderful.

A big middle finger to the terrorists, those who hate all Western society, and racism everywhere - including the orange buffoon.

9/11 - we will never forget - Canada and the US - friends forever...

Thank you Gander for showing us a great example in how to treat your neighbour. Thank you first responders for your courage.

"You Are Here" is a feature documentary that focuses on the actual people who were the inspiration for the worldwide hit musical, "Come From Away". It does not intend to exclude any individual due to their colour or ethnicity. Rather, it goes to great lengths to show how the kindness and generosity of a community - which is by reality almost entirely Irish-Canadian - rescued almost 7,000 passengers from around the world when their planes were forced to land in Gander during 9/11. These values of compassion, honour and respect are celebrated in the film and shines a light on the greatness and openness of spirit that is inherent in Newfoundland culture.

In a brief time it covers so much history, ground, personality, humanity. From contemporary footage of the chaos of the day, to quiet moments of people reflecting, to the full circle of the story returning from where it came, NYC. My Grandmother was from Glace Bay, not Gander, but the same generosity, kindness & fun & they do carry it with them wherever they go in the world & to whatever strangers they may meet. What I love most about the Ganderites, their guests & recounting & celebrating their stories is that it's such a great middle finger to those who caused the tragedy in the 1st place. It is moving because it is both memorial of loss but also a tribute to surviving. No wonder the stage production has become a global success, it lets us share, celebrate & remember both our grief & our humanity. Kiss the cod!

Heartwarming documentary highlights a different perspective on 9/11 by offering a sincere portrait of Newfoundlanders who opened their town & their hearts to thousands of stranded airline passengers.

#nitrosMovieChallenge.

Having been to Newfoundland I can attest to how wonderful the people are. Made me proud to be Canadian.