The read
It runs a compact 10m.
Synopsis
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).
Ratings
IMDb6.7/10
13 audience votes
Key crew
- Michael SpornDirector
- Mordicai GersteinWriter
- Michael BaconOriginal Music Composer
Cast
- Jake GyllenhaalNarrator (voice)
Stills
Themes
stunttightropeworld trade centershort film