I saw this movie the day before it won an Academy Award for best documentary. It was good – especially the old footage from Philippe’s early days. And the build-up as Philippe and his friends plan to sneak into the World Trade Center to set up a high wire for Philippe to cross is suspenseful, even though I knew the outcome. The enthusiasm of Philippe and his friends, especially during their interviews, is exciting and even though this event occurred more than 30 years ago, they talk as if it happened just last week.
Rating: ***+