"September 5" succeeds as a tense and involving film, at least partly because it makes the case that the tragedy, despite all its other consequences and ramifications, marked a signal moment in news broadcasting. It was the first time that a hostage drama played out on live television.
The film's unique angle, focusing on the journalists at the scene rather than the victims or perpetrators, reveals the complexity of their emotional response amidst a tragedy, suggesting that though they care, they are removed from the immediate human cost.
Jim McKay’s role as the sportscaster reporting live on the crisis showcased a dislocating shift in broadcasting, transforming the way news was presented and consumed, leading to lasting impact on journalistic practices.
Roone Arledge, head of ABC Sports, insisted that on-site reporters cover the story rather than distant anchors, showing a pivotal shift in news reporting strategy that influenced the evolution of broadcast journalism.
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