On the Pole: Eddie Sachs 1961 movie poster

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Name: On the Pole: Eddie Sachs
Director: D. A. Pennebaker
Genre: Documentary
Released: 1961-08-31
Duration: 1h 1m
Cast: Eddie Sachs

10 / 10 IMDb August 31, 1961 1h 1m

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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Director

D. A. Pennebaker

Runtime

1h 1m

Release Date

August 31, 1961

Genre

Documentary

Status

Released

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