Man on Wire
2008 documentary film directed by James Marsh
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A documentary about Philippe Petit's high-wire walk between the Twin Towers, praised for being transcendent and beautiful.
Cal Fussman Interview (Full Episode) | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
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An amazing documentary about Philippe Petit's high-wire walk between the World Trade Center towers, described as Cal Fussman’s favorite documentary.
Alex Blumberg Interview: Part 1 (Full Episode) | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
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A documentary film that Alex Blumberg cites as another example of significant effort required to maintain visual interest alongside a narrative.
Noah Kagan Interview (Full Episode) | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
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A documentary recommended by Tim Ferriss about high-wire artist Philippe Petit.
Kevin Kelly Interview: Part 3 (Full Episode) | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
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A documentary about Philippe Petit's high-wire walk between the Twin Towers, lauded as a beautiful and transcendent film.
John Crowley Interview | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
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A documentary mentioned in the context of confronting fears of heights.