Film
On the Pole: Eddie Sachs
1961 · 1h 1m · Documentary
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Overview
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.
Cast
Crew
- D. A. PennebakerDirector
- Richard LeacockDirector
- Robert DrewProducer
- Robert FarrenEditor
- Larry MoyerEditor
- Anita PosnerEditor
Details
- Release date
- August 31, 1961
- Status
- Released
- Original language
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 1m
- Genres
- Documentary
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