Angry Sky
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Angry Sky

Fifty years before Felix Baumgartner and his epic skydive from space in 2012, there was Nick Piantanida, an eccentric and charismatic pet store owner ...from New Jersey who turned down an offer from the New York Knicks to pursue his dre Show More
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am of being the first person to skydive from the stratosphere. Angry Sky is a gripping documentary that tells the incredible true story of Piantanida's daring and dangerous pursuit of this record-breaking achievement.

The film starts by introducing Nick Piantanida, a man with an unyielding determination and a burning desire to push himself to the limits. Despite having no skydiving experience, he sets out on a mission to break the world record for the highest skydive ever attempted. Along with his team, including his devoted wife, Jan, and a group of adrenaline junkies, he embarks on a journey filled with endless challenges and setbacks.

As Piantanida's obsession with his goal intensifies, tensions rise among his team. From confrontations with the Federal Aviation Administration to technical difficulties with the equipment, they face numerous obstacles and near-disastrous situations that put their lives at risk.

Angry Sky expertly combines interviews with Piantanida's friends, family, and team members, along with thrilling archival footage, to paint a vivid picture of this audacious adventure. As the film progresses, the audience becomes immersed in the high-stakes world of extreme sports and the relentless pursuit of a seemingly impossible dream.

In this compelling documentary, Angry Sky offers a captivating exploration of ambition, determination, and the lengths one man would go to in order to achieve his ultimate goal. A must-watch for adventure enthusiasts and fans of true stories of human triumph over adversity, this film will keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish.

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Angry Sky

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22 Apr 2015

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