Aim for the Roses
A film about an album about a stunt
In 1976, Canadian stuntman Ken Carter declared his intention to jump a mile over the St. Lawrence Seaway in a rocket powered car. In 2008, Canadian musician Mark Haney declared his intention to pay tribute to Ken Carter in the form of a concept album for solo double bass. In 2011, Canadian filmmaker John Bolton declared his intention to make a "musical docudrama" about both men. Aim for the Roses is a one-of-a-kind film, about a one-of-a-kind album, about a one-of-a-kind stunt, all three of which could only happen in Canada.
Directed by John Bolton · Written by Brendan Woollard
Where to Watch
Streaming
Cast
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Andrew McNee Ken Carter -
Ken Carter Self (archive footage) - Kenny Powers Self (archive footage)
- Andrew Whitton Self
- Cody Glive Self
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Raphael Kepinski Evel Knievel - David Gannett Self
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Todd Thomson The Announcer - Joelysa Pankanea The Statistician
- Jen Rose Chorus Member
- Sarah Wheeler Chorus Member
- Rick Maddocks The Fuel Tank Team
Make it a double feature
3h 55m together
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