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TT3D: Closer to the Edge

2011 · 104 min

A visceral, white-knuckle ride that immerses you in the danger and devotion of road racing, leaving you exhilarated and moved.

Directed by
Richard De Aragues
Genres
Documentary
Starring
Jared Leto, Guy Martin, Ian Hutchinson
Tagline
Just because you're breathing doesn't mean you're alive.
Overview
By vividly recounting the TT's legendary rivalries and the Isle of Man's unique road racing history, this 3D feature documentary discovers 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.

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Directed by
Richard De Aragues
Genres
Documentary
Starring
Jared Leto, Guy Martin, Ian Hutchinson
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Tone
  • tensestrength 3 of 3
  • earneststrength 2 of 3
  • upliftingstrength 2 of 3
  • melancholicstrength 1 of 3
Pacing
brisk, 3 of 4, from slow-burn to relentless
Attention
engaged, 3 of 4, from background-friendly to demanding
Themes
  • obsession
  • death
  • survival
  • ambition
  • freedom
Places
  • small town
  • countryside
  • road trip
Era
contemporary
Audience
teen
Form
  • documentary
  • true story
  • ensemble
Content intensity
  • Gore mild
  • Language mild
  • Violence mild
  • Sex none
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Scales, 0 to 10
ScaleValue0 to 10
Action7
Horror2
Humour4
Realism9
Romance1
Tension8
Darkness6
Complexity4
Emotional weight7

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Details

Genres
documentary
Directed by
Richard De Aragues
Starring
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Music
Andy Gray
Cinematography
Thomas Kürzl
Runtime
104 min
Country
United Kingdom
Languages
English

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