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Hanging by a Wire

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Critics Reviews

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Brian Tallerico RogerEbert.com 3d
Despite the sense that ‘Hanging by a Wire’ s a bit too clean … the end result is undeniably moving, especially when the survivors and their fathers talk about that unforgettable da Go to Full Review David Ehrlich IndieWire Jan 23
C+
Molded on E. Chai Vasarhelyi and Jimmy Chin’s “The Rescue,” but sorely missing that film’s artful suspense and rich characterizations. Go to Full Review Richard Lawson The Hollywood Reporter Jan 23
Perhaps if the film was more polished, and had some added depth, it might feel more substantial. As is, Hanging by a Wire is a gripping story not told thoroughly enough.... Still, there is enough visceral stuff in the movie to make it an engaging sit. Go to Full Review Ross Bonaime Collider 19h
6/10
While Naqvi gives a decent presentation of the events that happened and how this situation went down, Hanging by a Wire lacks both the tension and the depth that one would hope for in a story like this. Go to Full Review John Fink The Film Stage 3d
They are all unique, rich characters, and I wish the film had lingered a bit longer, if only to provide a greater sense of place and emotional impact. Go to Full Review Frank J. Avella The Contending 3d
A-
All doc filmmaking is manipulated. Here, at least, it’s done by using the actual people involved and subverting Hollywood tropes. It’s a thrill ride, but also a hopeful story of the good that can come when people do whatever it takes to save lives. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

Cast & Crew

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Mohammed Ali Naqvi

Director

Mohammed Ali Naqvi

Screenwriter

Bilal Sami

Screenwriter

Mohammed Ali Naqvi

Producer

Bilal Sami

Producer

Movie Info

Director
Mohammed Ali Naqvi
Producer
Mohammed Ali Naqvi, Bilal Sami
Screenwriter
Mohammed Ali Naqvi, Bilal Sami
Genre
Documentary, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
English
Runtime
1h 17m