On the Pole: Eddie Sachs (1961)

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.

Released

1961-08-31

Genres

Documentary

Runtime

61 min

Status

Released

Directed / written by

Richard Leacock, D. A. Pennebaker

TMDB rating

10.0/10 from 1 votes