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TT3D: Closer to the Edge

Synopsis

By vividly recounting the TT's legendary rivalries and the Isle of Man's unique road racing history, this 3D feature documentary will discover why modern TT riders still risk their lives to win the world's most dangerous race. The Isle of Man Tourist Trophy is the greatest motorcycle road race in the world, the ultimate challenge for rider and machine. It has always called for a commitment far beyond any other racing event, and many have made the ultimate sacrifice in their quest for victory. A story about freedom of choice, the strength of human spirit and the will to win. It's also an examination of what motivates those rare few, this elite band of brothers who risk everything to win. The vision of top commercials director Richard de Aragues, this promises to be one of the most thrilling films of 2011.
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Details

Year
2011
Type of project
Features
Running time
103 mins
Director
Richard De Aragues
Producer
Steve Christian, Marc Samuelson
Co-Producer
Andrew Fingret, Richard Hewitt
Editor
Beverley Mills
Director of Photography
Thomas Kürzl
Composer
Andy Gray
Principal cast
Guy Martin, Ian Hutchinson, John McGuinness, Michael Dunlop, Keith Amor

Genre

Sport

Categories

Documentary

Production Status

Complete

Production Company

Isle of Man Film

St Georges Court
Upper Church Street
Douglas, Isle of Man
IM1 1EX
UK
Tel: +44 (0)1624 686 400

CinemaNX

12 Great Portland St
London
W1W 8QN
UK
Tel: +44 (0)20 7637 2612

Sales Company

HanWay Films

24 Hanway Street
London
W1T 1UH
UK
Tel: +44 (0)20 7290 0750
Fax: +44 (0)20 7290 0751

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