Comments on: Marsh & Petit rock up to Film Knights 04

By: Finchey68

Finchey68 — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 06:43:13 +0000

Visually stunning, and a compelling story. I was left half in awe of Petit’s incredible vision and drive, and half horrified by his narcissism.

By: Graham

Graham — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 14:09:22 +0000

Capes-o’s set rocked my world…

By: iChod

iChod — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 10:15:02 +0000

Kinda unrelated, but was unsure as to where else i could explain my feelings… Last nights party was carrying huge quantities of solidity! Gracias little white pies x

By: TheMoviesClub

TheMoviesClub — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 18:24:39 +0000

Thanks to LWL for the screening! What a wonderful film!It s an incredible story, which deserves to be shared, the story of a man true to his dream and who does whatever it takes to reach it, the story of a team willing to help him at any costs. And the result is magical. It leaves you in a kind of dream. I can definitely see why the film received the Standard Life Audience Award at the Edinburgh Film fest.

By: Bobby

Bobby — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 22:58:37 +0000

“Will this be the film that helps America to move on and have a triumphant reminder of the Twin Towers glory by witnessing Petit as he sought his own glory via the towers?!”

That’s a good point actually, I was thinking something similar as I watched. That the two towers were the stage for a really extraordinary event and that people should be appreciate that and remember it when they think of the buildings. They were after all, the object of one man’s obsession for a large part of his life.

Good film, enjoyed it.

By: Dan McGrath

Dan McGrath — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 21:53:18 +0000

Prior to seeing the movie I questioned whether it required a cinematic release. The Real Spiderman covered a similar story of daring or madness (delete as appropriate). However, what Marsh achieved through the comedy crime drama approach was an entertaining and moving story. Like many other viewers I left feeling elated by Petit’s love of life. However I was also melancholic at his readiness to disregard the loved ones with whom there would be no story. Bitter sweet indeed.

By: john smith

john smith — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 21:21:42 +0000

I was impressed with the story I heard about some of the film’s content
being ‘made up’. The scene where one of the riggers takes off his clothes to feel the nylon fish wire that was shot from a bow on the other tower was made up by the director. It is not a true part of the story. I don’t understand why the director had to do that since the story is so amazing already.
It made me feel ‘cheated’ by the film maker and Petit.

By: mattg

mattg — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 20:57:01 +0000

Loved the film, shame I couldn’t stay and say hi. Marsh has a fantastic future, particularly if he takes his stylish visuals to the world of fiction, which he seems to want to do. The stark shots of Petit just hanging in mid air made my stomach turn. I thought he was inspirational and, perhaps, quite dangerous. Roll on Film Knights 05

By: Sean

Sean — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 19:34:57 +0000

I have to say it was a coup d’etat for LWL geting Man on Wire ahead of release and for free. Good job. Wonderful documentary as well; anyone know the name of the piece of music playing as they arrive on the roof at night and from where I might have recognized it?

By: Deirdre

Deirdre — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 18:50:51 +0000

Another dandy event! Great film. The click of alcohol-filled glasses. Good conversation. Tres magnificiant!

As I was telling someone else at the event, I couldn’t believe the bedrock of support that Jean-Louis and Anne provided.

Now we’ll have to sit back and see what type of reception the film gets in America. Will this be the film that helps America to move on and have a triumphant reminder of the Twin Towers glory by witnessing Petit as he sought his own glory via the towers? Wait and see.

Can’t believe this bloke has yet to fall.