Movie Description

Man on Wire

(2008)

Overview

On August 7th 1974, French tightrope walker Philippe Petit stepped out on a high wire, illegally rigged between New York's World Trade Center twin towers, then the world's tallest buildings. After nearly an hour of performing on the wire, 1,350 feet above the sidewalks of Manhattan, he was arrested. This fun and spellbinding documentary chronicles Philippe Petit's "highest" achievement.

Cast

Facts

Original TitleMan on Wire

Status Released

Release Information

  • 2008-08-01

Original LanguageUnknown

Runtime 01h 34m

Revenue₹ 2957978

Homepagehttp://www.manonwire.com/

Production CompaniesRed Box Films,Discovery Films,BBC Storyville,UK Film Council,Wall to Wall

Genres

  • Documentary