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Crazy Inventions and Daredevil Stunts (2014) | Slate

Crazy Inventions and Daredevil Stunts

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Crazy Inventions and Daredevil Stunts

Risking Lives and Credibility for the Cameras

This compilation of rare, vintage footage, is filmed proof that there is no shortage of crazy ideas in this world. You will see thrilling stunts, demonstrations of wacky new machines, flagpole sitting, an early voice simulator, a golf pro machine, the giant harmonica, a matchbox house, hand and mouth players, self-launching lifeboats, rocket airplanes, winged humans, yo-yo experts, and much more.

Released: 2014
Runtime: 47m
Genres: Documentary
Language: English

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Sandy OliveriDirector

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