In the 1960s they were virtually outlaws and died in droves. The circuits of Monaco, Spa, Zandvoort and Monza almost guaranteed a fatal accident. Nothing was done about the safety of the circuits and the cars. It is thanks to Jackie Stewart that the drivers made their voices heard and some improvements were slowly enforced.
Grand Prix does show some of the dangers and fatal accidents, but it is mainly about the excitement of the races. Because it is a feature film and not a documentary. An excellent film, by the way, with beautiful images, excellent camera work and varied editing. I had a great time with it. Three hours is a long time, but the film never bored me for a minute. Frankenheimer knows how to keep a film exciting.
The drama plot is of less importance, it is mainly about the beautiful action shots and racing scenes that absolutely impress, especially when you consider how old the film is.
Grand Prix does show some of the dangers and fatal accidents, but it is mainly about the excitement of the races. Because it is a feature film and not a documentary. An excellent film, by the way, with beautiful images, excellent camera work and varied editing. I had a great time with it. Three hours is a long time, but the film never bored me for a minute. Frankenheimer knows how to keep a film exciting.
The drama plot is of less importance, it is mainly about the beautiful action shots and racing scenes that absolutely impress, especially when you consider how old the film is.