8:46

8:46 is a beautiful, moving tribute to all those who perished due to the events of Sept. 11, 2001. I found the artistic approach to be very unique vs. other films about the subject, and enjoyed getting to know each character. There were some very intense and heartfelt performances, good direction, and impressive cinematography. I applaud this first-time filmmaker for having the guts to take on such a significant and emotionally-charged subject. It is rare to see an independent film with such a modest budget be made about such a monumental event. This film was made integrity, and pays tribute with a great deal of respect and compassion for those lost and their families.

Wow, what an indie! I really liked the acting, the drama, the romance. You even forget you're watching a 9/11 film, which is a sad surprise back to reality when the real news footage hits. I respect the filmmakers for really getting to the family aspect, which was what touched me the most. I wouldn't watch with kids too young, necessarily, cause some of the drama is heavy and real, but definitely on a date or with my parents or co-workers. This was a real wakeup call to the fact that it's 11 years later, but something that happened in a turning point in our lives. And I applaud this film for bringing it back to the basics of people in their day to day. Great movie.

Saw this film at the New York City International Film Festival a few weeks ago. I was thoroughly impressed with this little independent film. It was beautifully shot, and the filmmaker's love for New York was quite apparent. The characters were very real, well-rounded and represented people any of us could know. I found the director's approach to be insightful and refreshing - focusing on life and it's value, rather than the destruction and terror we are all too familiar with. There were some very strong and moving performances by the cast, and the director mentioned during the Q&A that several of the cast members were survivors and responders, which I thought brought added realism and intensity to the film. Well done on all accounts. Recommend this one for sure.

8:46 delivered on all fronts, beginning with production quality. First, I must credit the director... In dealing with a historical event that we are very much familiar with - halfway through, I forgot I was watching a film about 9/11, more interested in the lives and arc of each character, which I think was the point. I also appreciate that this film didn't exploit or take stance on any political aspect regarding 9/11, rather it relied on the moving performances of relatable actors like Jody Flynn, Mike Digiacinto and Shelly Shenoy. Laurie Dawn (The Adjustment Bureau, Boardwalk Empire) delivers a chilling, heart-wrenching moment as a mother who loses her son, watching on real time TV. Surprising bits of humor and coy in the days leading up to the attack also helped me lose myself in the world of these characters, truly interested in what was going to happen in their stories, until tragedy struck. I laughed, cried and was thoroughly moved by this surprising gem of an independent film.

Beautiful and moving ensemble drama. Story line flows very seamlessly from one character to the next drawing you in and keeping your full attention. Story has "everyman" quality, representing how all walks of life were equally affected on 9/11 and how through devastation came unification, hope and a renewal of the American spirit. The length of the film also feels just right - not too long. There are also a lot of very strong performances in this film from unknown actors worth seeing if you are especially interested in character driven films. For such a low budget, the effects are also pretty impressive in depicting the destruction on that day without making it too morbid, but still depicting the horror of it. Recommend this one for sure!