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On the Pole: Eddie Sachs

MOVIE • 1961

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.

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Top Cast

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Eddie Sachs

Self

Robert Drew

Robert Drew

Producer

D. A. Pennebaker

D. A. Pennebaker

Director

Richard Leacock

Richard Leacock

Director

Albert Maysles

Albert Maysles

Cinematography

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Abbot Mills

Cinematography

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Bill Ray

Cinematography

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Robert Farren

Editor

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Larry Moyer

Editor

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Anita Posner

Editor

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Theatrical release date: August 31, 1961

Meta Snapshot

Film

Status

Released

Release

August 31, 1961

Runtime

61 min

Language

English

Origin

United States of America

Budget

N/A

Revenue

N/A

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