The Lucy Ann Lance Show

Perry Seibert ~ Talking Pictures - "September 5"

Episode Summary

February 7, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Perry Seibert with the Michigan Movie Critics Guild for this week's Talking Pictures. The film “September 5” is a docudrama that delves into the 1972 Munich Olympics, focusing on the live broadcast of the terrorist attack on Israeli athletes. It examines the chaos and ethical dilemmas faced by the ABC broadcast team as they navigate reporting on the hostage situation while sports events continue. The movie highlights the tension between news and sports divisions at ABC, with figures like Peter Jennings and Rune Arlitsch depicted in their struggle for control over coverage.