'September 5' Goes Inside a Newsroom During the Munich Olympics Hostage Crisis
Briefly

The film is a moment by moment retelling of how a group of sports broadcasters brought this story to the world in real time, despite the technical limitations and their own inexperience across a confusing 22 hours.
News junkies will find much to love in September 5, as it explores debates about reporting with only one source, what to do if violence erupts, and rival network negotiations.
Geoffrey Mason, portrayed by John Magaro, was a 28-year-old coordinating producer with minimal experience, yet faced the daunting task of managing live sports broadcasting amidst a chaotic news event.
Leonie Benesch's character, Marianne Gebhardt, serves as a crucial German-speaking interpreter, providing both insights into the host country's perspective and embodying the evolving role of women in broadcasting.
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