
A direct-cinema portrait of Indianapolis 500 driver Eddie Sachs, filmed before, during, and after the 1960 race as he competes from pole position. Using pioneering mobile camera and sound techniques, the film captures the psychological intensity of racing and the personal cost of high-speed competition.
Director
Richard Leacock, D. A. Pennebaker
Release Date
August 31, 1961
Runtime
1h 1m
Status
Released
Original Language
en
Drew Associates
Time Inc. Studios