Grazing the Sky

Directed by Horacio Alcala

Grazing the Sky takes a revealing look at the incredible physical exploits of circus acrobats, and finds compelling stories of men and women confronting adversity – including the real risk of severe, debilitating injury. The price of life in the limelight includes years of study and practice, an iron discipline, an ongoing commitment to learning new skills, and constant travel far from home. Director Horacio Alcalá follows eight different acrobats from all over the world, intercutting interviews with artfully staged footage of his subjects performing breathtaking feats with poise and grace.

Duration:
88 minutes

Languages:
English, French and Spanish

Subtitles:
Partial English

Country of origin:
Mexico, Portugal and Spain

Year of production:
2013