Fahrenheit 9/11

R

Released Jun 23, 2004

2 hr. 1 min.

Documentary

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82%

236 Reviews

Tomatometer

70%

100,000+ Ratings

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Michael Moore's political documentary uses humor and connect-the-dots investigative journalism to question the Bush administration's motives for wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. The film argues that President George W. Bush and his inner circle used the media to further an agenda that exploited the 9/11 attacks. The close ties of the Saudis to the Bush family, the cynical profiteering of corporations and a political elite beholden to special interests are all cited as elements of a corrupt system.

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Critics Consensus

Extremely one-sided in its indictment of the Bush administration, but worth watching for the humor and the debates it'll stir.

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Leaburn O

It's Michael Moore do it is a lopsided argument and there are clear blur rings of truth but it is very engaging and overall he makes a very compelling case for the utter futility and pointlessness of US involvement in Iraq. A good watch no matter what your political leanings.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

09/01/23

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StephenPaul C

LOL, the funniest 02 hours: and 01 minute ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Starring George Walker Bush and director Michael Moore!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

07/18/23

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Gareth v

A very one-sided view in this doco from Moore, but none the less a compelling, thought provoking, and at times funny look at Bush's war in Iraq.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

06/16/23

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Lance U

A wonderful film, from director Michael Moore! One of the best films of 2004! A+

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/04/23

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Martina K

MM is a genius. You Bush loving Americans are so out of touch with reality that you can't even accept that Iran was bombed for no reason. U guys suck.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

12/07/22

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Thomas M

The best documentary movie ever made!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

11/26/22

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Michael Moore

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Michael Moore

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Ben Affleck

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Stevie Wonder

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George W. Bush

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James Baker

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Joe Morgenstern

Wall Street Journal

The good stuff -- and there's some extremely good stuff -- keeps getting tainted by Mr. Moore's poison-camera penchant for drawing dark inferences from dubious evidence.

Jan 7, 2019

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Namrata Joshi

Outlook

In all, Fahrenheit 9/11 is a great counterpoint to the Fox News brand of propaganda. It's also a crusade in its own way.

Rated: 3/4

Jan 7, 2019

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Kent Jones

Film Comment Magazine

Much more than a scathing indictment of Dubya-era complicity, Michael Moore's exposé lays bare the devastating heartbreak now central to America's wartime reality.

Nov 19, 2013

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David Walsh

World Socialist Web Site

Fahrenheit 9/11 is an admirable film, remarkable in certain parts, done with considerable and heart-felt sincerity.

Feb 15, 2021

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Mattie Lucas

The Dispatch (Lexington, NC)

A documentary tour de force that transcends mere finger-pointing and name-calling for a much higher purpose.

Rated: 4/4

Jun 5, 2019

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Mark Steyn

The Spectator

When a director who's not exactly known for admirable forbearance suddenly starts exercising it, you can't help wondering why. Later on in the movie, the old forbearance goes out the window.

Jan 27, 2018

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Synopsis

Michael Moore's political documentary uses humor and connect-the-dots investigative journalism to question the Bush administration's motives for wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. The film argues that President George W. Bush and his inner circle used the media to further an agenda that exploited the 9/11 attacks. The close ties of the Saudis to the Bush family, the cynical profiteering of corporations and a political elite beholden to special interests are all cited as elements of a corrupt system.

Director: Michael Moore
Screenwriter: Michael Moore
Distributor: Fellowship Adventure Group, Lionsgate Films, IFC Films
Production Co: Miramax Films, Dog Eat Dog Films
Rating: R (Some Brief Violent Images|Language|Some Disturbing Images)
Genre: Documentary
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Jun 23, 2004, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Feb 25, 2020
Box Office (Gross USA): $119.1M
Sound Mix: Surround

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