On the Pole: Eddie Sachs (1961)
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.
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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. On the Pole: Eddie Sachs is a Documentary movie, released on 1961-08-31, runtime 61 minutes.
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Directed by
D. A. Pennebaker, Richard Leacock
Cast
- Eddie Sachs as Self
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