Worth
Worth

Worth

2021Movie118 minEnglish

Kenneth Feinberg, a powerful D.C. lawyer appointed Special Master of the 9/11 Fund, fights off the cynicism, bureaucracy, and politics associated with administering government funds and, in doing so, discovers what life is worth.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes87%
Metacritic71/100
Google Users91%
Director: Sara ColangeloGenres: Drama, History

Plot Summary

In the aftermath of the September 11th terrorist attacks, a lawyer is tasked with leading the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund. He navigates the immense bureaucracy and emotional toll of deciding who is entitled to financial compensation, grappling with the human cost of tragedy and the complexities of assigning value to lives lost. His journey challenges his own perspectives on life, death, and the true meaning of justice.

Critical Reception

Worth received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its sensitive handling of a difficult subject matter, Michael Keaton's powerful performance, and its thoughtful exploration of grief and the human spirit. While some found it to be a bit conventional in its storytelling, the film was widely regarded as a moving and important tribute.

What Reviewers Say

  • A deeply moving and respectful exploration of an unimaginable tragedy.
  • Michael Keaton delivers a career-defining performance as the fund administrator.
  • The film masterfully balances bureaucratic procedure with profound human emotion.

Google audience: Audiences widely appreciated the film's respectful and emotional portrayal of the 9/11 aftermath and the difficult task of the compensation fund. Many highlighted Michael Keaton's performance and the film's ability to evoke empathy and reflection on the value of human life.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the true story of Kenneth Feinberg, who was the Special Master of the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund.

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