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This Man Escaped the Iron Curtain by Zip Line

20184mMichael Fequiere
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"They cannot defeat a human spirit that wants its freedom"

In 1986, Daniel Pohl was stuck in communist Czechoslovakia, looking for a way to escape life under totalitarian rule. His exit strategy was unusual, to say the least. After realizing that he could not rely on traditional forms of transport, Daniel chose to zip line his way to freedom. After teaming up with a physicist, the two devised a plan using a series of DIY pulleys. Thankfully, his journey proved to be mission possible as he successfully crossed the Iron Curtain, making a safe escape into Austria.

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What is This Man Escaped the Iron Curtain by Zip Line (2018) about?

In 1986, Daniel Pohl was stuck in communist Czechoslovakia, looking for a way to escape life under totalitarian rule. His exit strategy was unusual, to say the least. After realizing that he could not rely on traditional forms of transport, Daniel chose to zip line his way to freedom. After teaming up with a physicist, the two devised a plan using a series of DIY pulleys. Thankfully, his journey…

Who stars in This Man Escaped the Iron Curtain by Zip Line?

This Man Escaped the Iron Curtain by Zip Line stars Justin Joseph Hall (Robert Oswald). The film was directed by Michael Fequiere.

How long is This Man Escaped the Iron Curtain by Zip Line?

This Man Escaped the Iron Curtain by Zip Line has a runtime of 4 min and premiered in 2018.

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