Zero Hour: Massacre at Columbine High
Zero Hour: Massacre at Columbine High

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Zero Hour: Massacre at Columbine High

2004
Movie
52 min
English

This movie covers the final hour leading up to the Columbine High Massacre. On April 20, 1999, two boys from Columbine High School in Colorado embarked on a massacre and killed 12 students, one teacher, and injured 21 other students, before turning the guns on themselves.

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IMDb7.2/10
Director: Kevin BurnsGenres: Documentary, Crime, History

Plot Summary

This documentary delves into the tragic events of April 20, 1999, at Columbine High School in Columbine, Colorado. It reconstructs the timeline of the massacre perpetrated by students Eric Harris and Dylan Klebold, exploring their motives, the planning of the attack, and the devastating impact it had on the community. The film examines the immediate aftermath and the lasting legacy of one of America's most infamous school shootings.

Critical Reception

As a documentary focusing on a highly sensitive and tragic event, critical reviews often highlighted its somber tone and its attempt to provide a comprehensive account of the massacre. While some appreciated the detailed reconstruction of events and the inclusion of interviews with survivors and officials, others found the subject matter inherently difficult and the documentary's approach to be respectful yet unflinching. Audience reception was generally focused on the impact of the event and the need for understanding and prevention.

What Reviewers Say

  • Explores the chronological events leading up to and during the Columbine High School massacre.

  • Features interviews with key figures including students, teachers, and law enforcement.

  • Aims to provide a thorough and impactful retelling of the tragedy.

Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this specific documentary is not readily available, likely due to the sensitive nature of the subject matter and the release year.

Fun Fact

The documentary utilizes extensive archival footage, including surveillance tapes and personal video diaries, to piece together the events of the massacre.

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