Thrill Ride: The Science of Fun
Brief Synopsis
Cast & Crew
Ben Stassen
Paul Harper
Harry Shearer
Ken Cosci
Kim Frey
Kurt Frey
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Synopsis
Tracing the evolution of motion simulator rides--"thrill rides"--from 17th century wooden ice slides to the computer designed rides of the information age today. Presently, filmed motion simulation has fast become a source of adventure for curious and cautious entertainment seekers, alike. The documentary shows the technology involved behind-the-"screams" necessary to create these ride films as it takes the audience on rides that some viewers would never dare to attempt--including trips on Big Shot at the Stratosphere, Las Vegas and the roller coasters Kumba and Montu, located at Busch Gardens, Tampa Florida.
Director
Ben Stassen
Crew
Ken Cosci
Kim Frey
Kurt Frey
Christopher Hoag
Charlotte Huggins
Pierre Lebecque
Sean Macleod Phillips
Ray Spencer
Ben Stassen
Ben Stassen
Michael Sterns
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Miscellaneous Notes
Released in United States on Video March 14, 2000
Released in United States Summer July 11, 1997
Previously released in the US by Sony Pictures Classics.
Began shooting November 4, 1996.
Completed shooting March 14, 1997.
Film will be released in IMAX theatres.
Released in United States on Video March 14, 2000
Released in United States Summer July 11, 1997
