11 Sep 2003
Up from Zero
This movie was released by the U.S. Department of Labor as a way to document those who were involved with the cleanup of New York City after the 9/11 attack on the World Trade Center.
9/11 Stories from the City
9/11 Stories from the City are stories told by all kinds of people who were on hand at the time of the September 11th attack. This film tells their stories of fear, bravery, faith, and patriotism they faced in America's darkest hour.
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Jennifer Spell Self
Bill Clinton Self (archive footage)
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