Review of Man on Wire (2008) by Napstrpsx — 19 Mar 2013
8.5/10 Despite a couple of flaws, relatively speaking a great film.
Miss: While not a long movie, it could have been trimmed up a bit. It's an undeniably beautiful story, but I did find it a bit self-indulgent at times.
Hit: Everything else about the film is very good, and I would recommend it to anyone. It's pretty amazing how much vintage footage is used in the film documenting everything from the construction of the twin towers to Phillipe practicing his tightrope skills and interacting with his friends. Everyone involved with the events being told gives are able to give some fascinating first-hand accounts. I enjoyed watching this film because it is an intimate look into the mind of someone who is very different than the average person. Phillipe had life-long goals and relentlessly pursued them, doing things that most of us could never imagine doing ourselves. This is a film I will remember for quite some time.
This review of Man on Wire (2008) was written by Napstrpsx on 19 Mar 2013.
Man on Wire has generally received very positive reviews.
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