In the wake of the attacks on New York City and Washington D.C. on September 11, 2001, many figures in the entertainment community stepped forward to offer their talents to raise money towards relief efforts for the victims and their survivors. On October 20, 2001, some of the biggest names in popular music appeared at New York's Madison Square Garden in a special marathon concert to raise funds, and to pay tribute to the firefighters and police officers who gave their strength, their courage, and in some cases their lives to help the victims of this tragedy.
The Concert for New York is a video that documents this historic evening. Musicians include
Paul McCartney,
Mick Jagger, Keith Richards,
Bono, and many more. The long list of celebrity presenters includes Rudy Giuliani, Bill Clinton, Hillary Clinton, and
Halle Berry. And several filmmakers contribute short films on New York, including
Woody Allen and
Kevin Smith. ~ Mark Deming, All Movie Guide