Man On Wire

Man On Wire is a British Documentary made in 2008. It is directed by James Marsh and it is about a man named Philippe Petit and his death defying high-wire walk between the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center in New York. This documentary is presented in a unique way with a heist like set up. The film also has reenactments of the preparation of the stunt and there are also present-day interviews of those that were there watching and participated in helping him. One of the things that Philippe Petit thought and said in an interview was that before he stepped on the wire he thought "Death is very close." He took the first step out and was instantly secure and then had a big smile on his face as he performed on the wire. He even went as far to lie down on the wire and he also got on one knee and saluted. In the middle of his walk Police came to arrest him. Petit spent 45 minutes on the wire and did 8 crossings. He was arrested but later released. He was also taken to a mental institution because police thought he was crazy. A doctor declared him sane and he was able to bask in the glory of his infamous stunt. This is a great documentary to watch because it is something that is rare and will never be seen again. Man On Wire also won best documentary at the 81st Academy Awards.

Below is a picture of Philippe Petit's walk between the Twin Towers.



Below is another picture of Philippe Petit getting arrested after his dangerous stunt:



Here is the link for the trailer:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D4KOfjIFgz0