Review of Man on Wire (2008) by Brendan M — 06 Feb 2012

This is required viewing. There aren't the superlatives to do this film justice.

This review of Man on Wire (2008) was written by Brendan M on 06 Feb 2012.

Man on Wire has generally received very positive reviews.

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