TT3D: Closer to the Edge (2011)

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... See full summary »

Director:

Richard De Aragues

Stars:

Guy Martin, Ian Hutchinson, John McGuinness

2 nominations.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Guy Martin	...	Himself
Ian Hutchinson	...	Himself
John McGuinness	...	Himself
Michael Dunlop	...	Himself
Keith Amor	...	Himself
Bruce Anstey	...	Himself
John Barton	...	Himself
Paul Dobbs	...	Himself
Cameron Donald	...	Himself
Ryan Farquhar	...	Himself
Dave Hewson	...	Himself
Gary Johnson	...	Himself
Mark Miller	...	Himself
Dan Sayle and Klaus Klaffenbock	...	Himself
Jenny Tinmouth	...	Herself

Storyline

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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Plot Keywords:

isle of man | road racing | tourist trophy | motorcycle | superbike | 

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Taglines:

Just because you're breathing doesn't mean you're alive.

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Genres:

Documentary | Sport

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Certificate:

Not Rated

Details

Official Sites:

Official Facebook Official site

Country:

UK

Language:

English

Release Date:

22 April 2011 (USA)

Also Known As:

CLOSER TO THE EDGE マン島TTライダー

Filming Locations:

Belfast, County Antrim, Northern Ireland, UK

Box Office

Cumulative Worldwide Gross:

$3,034,200

Company Credits

Production Co:

Isle of Man Film, CinemaNX

Technical Specs

Runtime:

104 min

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.85 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

Officially broke the £1m mark at the UK box office by 23rd May, 2011.

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Quotes

Guy Martin: What would you say... A tile short of a roof? One short of a six pack? A few slates adrift? We'd use that one a lot. Lights are on but no one's home. I can imagine,from the outside looking in, anyone that's racing the TT looks like the lights are on but no one's home.

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Crazy Credits

The opening credit with the film title appears as if painted on the road. The closing credits appear as if one looks down to the road while riding fast, with the credits floating over the asphalt.

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Connections

References The Social Network (2010)

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Soundtracks

Closer the the Edge
Performed by Thirty Seconds to Mars

User Reviews

The Best Motor Sport film EVER

This is the best film about any kind of motor sport that I have EVER seen. This film creates the atmosphere of the Tourist Trophy Races, delves into the psyche of the riders, teams, marshalls and spectators, and is a no holds barred representation of the excitement, adrenalin, success and celebration, failure and heartache, sadness and tragedy, and most of all courage that is brought out by this event.

The production is superb, and three D also enhances the visual experience. The filming is also artistic and visually stunning, and shows the beauty of the Isle of Man to brilliant effect. The film is absolutely stunning, and I'd recommend viewing to anyone who is at all interested in motor sports in general, bike racing in particular, or getting behind the characters of the sportsmen and women involved.

VERY SRONGLY RECOMMENDED!!!!