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'September 5' Examines Media Coverage of 1972 Munich Olympics Tragedy

Tim Fehlbaum's film highlights the challenges faced by ABC Sports in broadcasting the terrorist attack live.

  • The film mixes archival footage with behind-the-scenes recreations to depict the event.
  • Peter Sarsgaard stars as Roone Arledge, the ABC executive in charge of the broadcast.
  • The story focuses on the ethical and logistical dilemmas faced by the news team.
  • Director Tim Fehlbaum emphasizes the relevance of the story to contemporary media issues.
  • The film premiered at the Venice Film Festival and features a strong ensemble cast.
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