January 6th
January 6th

Movie spotlight

January 6th

2022
Movie
150 min
English

Rage. Anger. Shock. Fear. As the nation watched in disbelief, throngs of rioters descended on the capitol, and the people on the ground, mired in chaos, suddenly found their lives in jeopardy. From Nancy Pelosi, to Liz Cheney, to Steven Sund, D.C. Police Chief, more than 50 senators, representatives, staffers and police officers share their firsthand experience, in a minute-by-minute account of the infamous January 6th insurrection.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes95%
Metacritic82/100
Google Users88%
Director: Robert GreenGenres: Documentary

Plot Summary

This documentary offers a raw and unflinching look at the events of January 6th, 2021, in Washington D.C. Through extensive footage and interviews, it aims to capture the chaos, intensity, and impact of the day's events at the U.S. Capitol. The film explores the perspectives of various individuals caught up in the historical moment, from lawmakers to those participating in the protest.

Critical Reception

The documentary received critical acclaim for its immersive and deeply unsettling portrayal of the Capitol attack. Reviewers lauded its commitment to capturing the event from multiple viewpoints and its powerful, often disturbing, footage. It was noted for its cinematic approach to a significant and contentious historical event, prompting considerable discussion about its implications.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its immersive and visceral depiction of the events.

  • Commended for its comprehensive and multi-perspective approach.

  • Considered a significant, albeit difficult, cinematic document of a historical moment.

Google audience: Audiences found the documentary to be a powerful and essential, though often harrowing, watch. Many appreciated its detailed coverage and the ability to see events unfold from various angles, contributing to a deeper understanding of the day's complexities. Some viewers noted the emotional toll of watching the footage.

Awards & Accolades

Notable selections at various film festivals, including Sundance Film Festival.

Fun Fact

Director Robert Green captured much of the footage himself, often embedding himself within crowds to get a close-up perspective of the unfolding events.

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soro209

soro209

Extremely bias, without the full factual information and no counter points at all.