Summaries

Motorcycle racers reveal their motivation to participate each year in the Isle of Man Tourist Trophy, the most dangerous and deadliest event in the sport.

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.—CinemaNX

The Isle of Man TT, or Tourist Trophy, is music to the ears of every real motorcycle fan. One of the oldest and most dangerous annual motorcycle racing events in the world, it transforms the tranquil Isle of Man into a rubber-burning arena crammed with enthusiastic fans watching the riders risking life and limb for glory in the island's winding roads. With hundreds of casualties since its inaugural race in 1907, TT3D: Closer to the Edge captures the indomitable human spirit, offering an exciting insight into the lives of those few men who have dedicated their lives to their passion.—Nick Riganas

Details

Keywords
  • 3d
  • 3 dimensional
  • extreme sport
  • motorsports sport
  • sports documentary
Genres
  • Sport
  • Documentary
Release date Apr 21, 2011
Motion Picture Rating (MPA) Not Rated
Countries of origin United Kingdom Isle of Man
Language English
Filming locations Belfast, County Antrim, Northern Ireland, UK
Production companies CinemaNX Isle of Man Film

Box office

Gross worldwide $3034200

Tech specs

Runtime 1h 44m
Color Color
Aspect ratio 1.85 : 1

Synopsis

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