The Unseen 9/11 Documentary: Revealing Truths You Won't Find Anywhere Else

Entertainment | June 7, 2024, 9:25 a.m.

Delaney Colaio, an 18-year-old interviewed for a documentary about those affected by 9/11, reveals deep distress during filming. Despite his request for a break, the co-directors, Sara Hirsh Bordo and Michael Campo, continue pressing Colaio for information about self-harm, family, and the death penalty for terrorists. Tensions escalate as Colaio struggles to open up, leading to a panic attack off-camera. The documentary, once a promising project about these "9/11 Kids," shifts focus without Colaio's approval, leading to conflicts and an eventual legal battle. The film's troubled production reveals a darker side of the documentary industry, raising questions about ethics and treatment of trauma survivors. Amid financial irregularities and clashes over creative direction, the film remains unreleased, leaving the stories of 9/11 victims untold. Colaio and his team now aim to complete the project independently, seeking to honor the dignity and truth of those involved.