The Man Who Walked Between the Towers
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).
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Release History & Theatrical Window
April 23, 2005
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Sporn
- Screenplay & Story
- Mordicai Gerstein
- Original Score
- Michael Bacon
- Original Title
- The Man Who Walked Between the Towers
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 10m
- Production Studios
- Weston Woods Studios
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Sporn
Mordicai Gerstein
Michael Bacon
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Sporn
Director
Mordicai Gerstein
Writer
Michael Bacon
Original Music Composer
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What is The Man Who Walked Between the Towers about?
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).
Who directed The Man Who Walked Between the Towers?
The Man Who Walked Between the Towers was directed by Michael Sporn.
Who stars in The Man Who Walked Between the Towers?
The principal cast of The Man Who Walked Between the Towers includes Jake Gyllenhaal.
When was The Man Who Walked Between the Towers released and how long is it?
The Man Who Walked Between the Towers was released in 2005 with a total runtime of 10m.
Who composed the musical score for The Man Who Walked Between the Towers?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Man Who Walked Between the Towers was composed by Michael Bacon.