A never-before-seen perspective: Northern Manhattan
What makes these images so special is their camera angle. Filmed from 64 St Marks Place, they show the towers from the north, a vantage point that has been little documented until now. As the columns of smoke rise and the buildings collapse in deafening silence, the camera captures the surrounding shock, as if suspended in time. A striking scene, filmed without effects or narration, but with poignant authenticity.
A viral video that brings back memories
Since its upload, Kei Sugimoto's video has generated numerous reactions. Shared on YouTube in July 2023, it quickly went viral, reigniting discussions around 9/11. On Reddit, reactions are multiplying: "It's incredible that we're still discovering images after all these years," one user marveled. Others applauded the gesture of sharing and stressed the importance of preserving the memory of these events.
What these images really remind us of
Beyond the emotion, these images pose a fundamental question: how many archives are still sleeping in our drawers or attics? Visual testimonies captured in the moment, capable of enriching our collective memory. Kei Sugimoto, without any particular intention, shows us how each fragment of the past can enlighten our view of the present.
A precious memory for future generations
Kei Sugimoto didn't seek recognition for posting this video. But his gesture sheds new light on a major event of the 21st century. Thanks to him, a new generation can see, feel, and understand a moment in history that many have only experienced through stories or textbooks.
Because a simple forgotten cardboard box can sometimes contain a piece of our shared memory.
