Man On Wire

“An adventure tale that astonishes in every respect." Robert Koehler, Variety

“Riveting. This exhilarating film makes you shake your head in amazement.” Kenneth Turan, Los Angeles Times

“Exhilirating! A crowd pleaser in such witty, poetic ways that even a curmudgeon couldn’t deny.” Aaron Hillis, Village Voice

This thrilling documentary from director James Marsh tells the story of Phillipe Petit's August 1974 tightrope walk between the World Trade Center's Twin Towers. The walk was the result of six and a half years of dreaming and eight months of planning, all for one hour of transcendant dancing. Man On Wire resonates with Petit's energy and Marsh's expert storytelling skills.