On the Pole: Eddie Sachs
- 1961
- 1h 1m
★ 10.0 TMDB Rating · 1 votes
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.
- Director
- D. A. Pennebaker , Richard Leacock
- Release date
- Aug 31, 1961
- Original language
- English
- Origin
- United States
Cast of On the Pole: Eddie Sachs
On the Pole: Eddie Sachs release dates by country
On the Pole: Eddie Sachs was released in cinemas on Aug 31, 1961 (United States).
| Country | In cinemas | Digital | Age rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | Aug 31, 1961 | — | — |
Digital = first release online to rent, buy or stream. Dates as reported to TMDB.
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