CinemaOSMovie · 1961 · 1h 1m

On the Pole: Eddie Sachs

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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.

Directed byRichard Leacock, D. A. Pennebaker

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Status
Released
Runtime
1h 1m
Language
EN
Released
August 31, 1961
Studios
Drew AssociatesTime Inc. Studios

Featuring

Cast & crew

1 credited
Starring

Eddie Sachs

Self

Creative team
Directed by
Richard Leacock
Richard Leacock
D. A. Pennebaker
D. A. Pennebaker
Produced by
Robert Drew
Robert Drew

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