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The Man Who Walked Between the Towers

2005·Movie
68
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Striking style, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension6
  • Spectacle6
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Awe-inspiring and moving

  • Wonder9
  • Pathos8
  • Melancholy7

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Wit & Wordplay1
  • Physical Comedy1
  • Absurdist Humor1

World

History and a real life story

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Novelty6
  • Dialogue Centrality4

Craft

Standout direction

  • Direction8
  • Narrative Structure7
  • Acting6

Style

Standout visual style

A distinctive visual signature.

  • Visual Stylization8
  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7

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One of the most exciting and memorable stories in the history of the World Trade Towers is that of Philippe Petit, a French man who walked a tightrope between the massive monuments in 1974. Narrated by Oscar nominee Jake Gyllenhaal, this is an animated adaptation of the lyrical Caldecott Award-winning book by Mordecai Gerstein. Directed and animated by Michael Sporn, with music by Michael Bacon (of the Bacon Brothers).
Lyrical Hand-Drawn AnimationHistorical BiopicTragic WonderArtistic HomageMelancholic ReflectionHigh-Wire SuspenseNew York City NostalgiaGentle NarrationCultural Memory

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Where can I stream The Man Who Walked Between the Towers legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy and Hoopla. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Man Who Walked Between the Towers worth watching?

68
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 69/100 (IMDb 6.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is The Man Who Walked Between the Towers?

0 h 10 min

The Man Who Walked Between the Towers runs 0 h 10 min.

Is The Man Who Walked Between the Towers based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

What language is The Man Who Walked Between the Towers in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Man Who Walked Between the Towers?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Man Who Walked Between the Towers in 33 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.