
Man on Wire
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This gripping documentary, directed by James Marsh, chronicles the daring high-wire walk by Philippe Petit between the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center in 1974. The film delves into the meticulous planning and execution of this audacious feat, blending archival footage with reenactments and interviews. It captures the tension and exhilaration of the event, offering a profound look at human ambition and artistry. The film received critical acclaim, winning the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on 123Movies / Movies123.
Duration:1h 34min
Views:1496
Release:2008
Release Date:2008-08-01
Genre:Best 2007, Biography, Crime, Documentary
Director:James Marsh
Actors:Alan Welner, Annie Allix, Barry Greenhouse, David Forman, Jean François Heckel, Jean-Louis Blondeau, Jim Moore, Mark Lewis, Philippe Petit
Country:United Kingdom, United States of America
Company:BBC Storyville, Discovery Films, UK Film Council
Awards:Won 1 Oscar, 46 wins & 13 nominations total
Budget:1,000,000
Worldwide Gross:$5,258,569
TMDB:7.4
Rotten Tomatoes:100%
FilmAffinity:7.4
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