‘September 5’ Explores Munich Olympics Tragedy Through Journalistic Lens

The new film dramatizes the 1972 hostage crisis, focusing on the ABC sports team that broadcast the events live to a global audience.

The film, directed by Swiss filmmaker Tim Fehlbaum, examines the 1972 Munich Olympics hostage crisis from the perspective of American sports journalists covering the event in real time.
‘September 5’ captures the ethical and logistical challenges faced by reporters as they pivoted from sports coverage to reporting on a terrorist attack.
The movie emphasizes the groundbreaking use of live satellite broadcasting, which brought the tragedy to 900 million viewers worldwide, marking a turning point in media history.
Featuring performances by Peter Sarsgaard, John Magaro, and Leonie Benesch, the film has been praised for its claustrophobic intensity and attention to historical detail.
The movie raises questions about the role of media in crises, including the ethical implications of broadcasting live events that could influence ongoing situations.