The discovery of this footage has sparked conversations across various online platforms. Reddit users shared their amazement at how, nearly 23 years later, we are still uncovering new perspectives of this historical event. One user pondered, “Makes me think about how much history is being stored in people’s attics or basements waiting to be unearthed.”
In the YouTube comments, Sugimoto explained why he chose to release the footage now. He revealed that he found boxes filled with Hi-8, Digital-8, and DV tapes while cleaning his closet. Unfortunately, some of the tapes had demagnetized and were either blank or corrupted. Realizing that video tapes are not immune to the effects of time, even in ideal storage conditions, Sugimoto hurriedly digitized them, leading to the long-awaited upload.
Sugimoto clarified that although he witnessed the second plane crash, he did not film it initially. However, realizing the gravity of the situation, he quickly grabbed his video camera to document the unprecedented tragedy.
The online community has expressed immense gratitude to Sugimoto for sharing this “unique perspective” and commended him for the crystal-clear yet devastating footage. This newfound footage serves as a powerful reminder of the impact that 9/11 had on the world and the continued importance of remembering this historic event.
