Man on Wire 2008
“1974. 1350 feet up. The artistic crime of the century.”
What is Man on Wire?
Topic: Film "Man on Wire" (2008). Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2008
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 94 minutes
- Release date
- Aug 1, 2008
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United Kingdom
- Studios
- Red Box Films, Discovery Films, BBC Storyville
- Revenue
- $2,957,978
- Genres
- Documentary
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.4/10 from 999 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~94 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Red Box Films, Discovery Films, BBC Storyville
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Topic: Film "Man on Wire" (2008).
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
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Language: English.
Title: Man on Wire
Year: 2008
Genre: Documentary
Rating: PG-13
US Release Date: 08/29/2008
Runtime: 1h 34m
Subject: Philippe Petit (French tightrope walker)
Event Date: August 7th, 1974
Event Details: Philippe Petit walked on a high wire illegally rigged between New York's World Trade Center twin towers.
Height: 1,350 feet above the sidewalks of Manhattan.
Duration of performance: Nearly an hour.
Outcome: He was arrested.
Description: Chronicles Philippe Petit's "highest" achievement; described as the artistic crime of the century.
Drafting Attempt 1 (Mental Outline):
Man on Wire is a 2008 documentary film with a runtime of 1 hour and 34
Should you watch it?
“A gripping exploration of documentary that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Man on Wire is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Dox Amazon Channel, Magnolia Selects Amazon Channel. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.
Is Man on Wire worth watching?
Man on Wire holds a community rating of 7.4/10 based on 999 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Documentary for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie Man on Wire and when was it released?
Man on Wire is a feature film with a runtime of 94 minutes. It was released in 2008. Release status: Released.
Who directed Man on Wire?
Man on Wire was directed by James Marsh.
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