Join Terry Shepherd for a deeply inspiring conversation with award-winning filmmaker Michael Gier about his latest documentary, The Heroism and Resiliency of 9/11: From Tragedy to Triumph. As America approaches the 25th anniversary of the attacks, Gier explains why his film shifts the focus away from the tragedy to shine a light on untold stories of extraordinary human courage and unity.

In This Episode

• A New Perspective on 9/11: Why Gier and executive producer Chris Meek chose to highlight positive stories of resilience and humanity rather than the devastation.
• The Lieutenant Dan Connection: How acclaimed actor Gary Sinise became the film's narrator and how 9/11 inspired his lifelong dedication to first responders and veterans.
• Behind the Lens: Gier details his four-and-a-half-year production journey, distilling 35 hours of interview and archival footage into a powerful two-hour feature.
• Recreating History: A look at the highly accurate sets and reenactments, from a rented jet for Flight 93 to a 30-foot deep rubble set built for Will Jimeno's rescue.
• From Broadway to the Director's Chair: Gier discusses his career pivot from starring in Broadway musicals and running a real estate business to founding his own production company after the 2008 market crash.
• Healing Our Heroes: A look at Gier's previous films, Wounded Heroes and Healing the Heroes of 9/11, which explore life-changing alternative PTSD treatments.

Mentioned in this Episode

• Stream the Film: Available now on Amazon Prime Video, Google TV, Apple TV, and YouTube Movies.
• Official Film Website: the911film.com
• Michael Gier’s Website: michaelgier.com

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