Turning Point: 9/11 and the War on Terror

A sobering, meticulously researched chronicle that traces how a single day reshaped a nation and the world.

Created by

Brian Knappenberger

Genres

Documentary, War & politics

Starring

Ronald Reagan, Pope John Paul II, George H. W. Bush

Tagline

History casts a long shadow.

Overview

Modern history can be divided into two time frames: before 9/11 and after 9/11. This five-part docuseries is a cohesive chronicle of the September 11, 2001 attacks on the U.S., offering illuminating perspectives and personal stories of how the catastrophic events of that day changed the course of the nation.

How it feels

Dark, earnest, melancholic and tense. Measured and needs your attention.

About

War, politics, trauma, power

Content

Strong violence. Mild gore and language. No sexual content.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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