The film has received near-universal acclaim for its raw, unfiltered approach to a national tragedy:
: Unlike political or investigative documentaries, this film remains strictly focused on the emotional and physical experiences of the firefighters. Critical Analysis and Reception 911 - Naudet Documentary
: Filmmakers Gédéon and Jules Naudet were following Engine 7, Ladder 1 in Lower Manhattan when the first plane hit. Jules Naudet captured the only clear footage of American Airlines Flight 11 striking the North Tower. The film has received near-universal acclaim for its
