"United 93" Opens in Madison
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"United 93" Opens in Madison
Some people who had family die in the 9/11 terror attacks are saying "United 93" is too much, too soon. But those we talked with who saw the film, say it's the perfect tribute to those who died that day.
Reporter: Justin Ware
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For whatever reason, everyone we talked with who saw "United 93" had rave reviews of the film.

"Excellent, excellent," said Elwyn Fossedal. "I'm amazed at how they were able to put it all together in such a confined space."

"I think it was an excellent movie," said Kathryn Vellon. "It gave me a better understanding of what was really happening during 9–11."

One woman says the heroism in the movie is something she can equate to major events in her life.

"As a Jew, who saw people go to the gas chambers without a single fight, it makes me feel good to see people who rise up against, Like in the Warsaw ghetto," said Diane Becker Krasnick.

But this is a controversial film.

The first about 9/11, since 911, some people are saying it's too much, too soon.

While others say it's simply Hollywood's attempt to exploit the tragedy for money.

And most of the movie–goers in Madison said they do understand that sentiment.

"I think, at the same time, it's a story that needs to be told," said Nino Amato. "And I think the jury's out until you see the movie and determine for yourself, whether or not it was exploitative or whether it was handled in a sensitive way."

"I didn't think the movie was too soon," said Jesse Vasquez. "I think it was the perfect time to release a movie of this magnitude."

"Over time, healing takes a process and being able to view history, it enables us to not repeat history," said Vellon.

While they all approved of it, most of the people we talked with say "enjoyed" or "liked" are not the right words to describe the feeling they had while they watched.

But respect for those who died, is something the film did leave them with.

"It means a lot to me to see heroes on the screen," said Becker Krasnick.

"United 93" was shown at several theaters in New York, some of them just a few blocks from ground zero.

And word has it, that crowds there were also pleased with the final product.