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Feature Film
5.9 / 10
The Devil at Your Heels
"The story of a daredevil... Ken Carter wants to jump a car a mile"
1981-03-13
103 mins
Documentary
Narrative Synopsis
Devil at Your Heels, traces the trials of stuntman Ken Carter who attempts a death-defying aerial jump in a car. Not content with a normal jump, Ken Carter attempts a jump from Canada to the USA. This feature-length documentary shines a light on the intense preparation that led to Carter’s first attempt to jump a car across a mile-wide stretch of the St. Lawrence River – a 5-year period during which the dare-devil raised a million dollars, erected a 10-storey take-off ramp and built a rocket-powered car. Winner of the Canadian Screen Award for Best Feature Length Documentary at the 4th Genie Awards in 1983.
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Narrative DNA Intelligence
Pacing
High-Octane Dynamic
Complexity
6 / 10
Ending Impact
Resonant Resolution
Vibe Tone
Cinematic Narrative
Narrative Assessment:
Calculated narrative telemetry highlights notable thematic precision within Documentary. With an established critical baseline of 5.9/10, the plot emphasizes high-octane dynamic pacing paired with an ending characterized by resonant resolution.
Spoiler-Free Readiness Index
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Twist Potency
5.4 / 10
Boredom Risk
Low
Engagement barrierPacing Cadence
High-Velocity Acceleration
Story velocity Rewatch Value
Moderate (Direct Narrative)
Hidden layers⚡ Critical Viewing Advisory:
"Maintain active attention during the pivotal turning points. The narrative progression hinges on subtle thematic cues established in the first two acts before converging in the climax."
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Classified Climax & Ambiguity Breakdown
Contains complete plot revelations, climax analysis, and hidden clues for The Devil at Your Heels. Proceed only if you have watched the finale.
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Key Personnel & Cast
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The Devil at Your Heels delivers structured thematic storytelling within the Documentary landscape. Holding an audience consensus score of 5.9/10 over a 103 minutes runtime and centered on the premise "The story of a daredevil... Ken Carter wants to jump a car a mile", it stands out as a compelling watch for enthusiasts of the genre.
