Tommy Byrne has dropped out of the public consciousness but Crash and Burn is doing its best to reverse that. For those wanting to be a fly on the wall of a world champion, now is your chance. With so much access to the star himself the documentary gives fans a window into life as a racing driver during a grand prix, from the seriousness of racing to light-hearted moments of fun. Roman Polanski had the good fortune to be close friends with Sir Jackie Stewart, making his 1971 documentary covering Stewart's Monaco Grand Prix weekend a real insight. Interviews with Nigel Mansell and Sir Patrick Head, among others, helps to bring the tale of a true family business alive. At the focus is Virginia Williams, wife of Frank and mother of Claire, and the part she played in the family's success. A combination of new and archive footage tells the story all the way from Frank Williams founding the team to his daughter Claire taking hold of the reigns today. More than anything, Williams is an intimate look into the heart of the Williams family.
This film has all the Hollywood glamour (starring Marvel Cinematic Universe stars Chris Hemsworth and Daniel Bruhl as Hunt and Lauda respectively) but that does not take away from its racing spirit. Rush perfectly captures the intensity of the battle between James Hunt and Niki Lauda for the title while remaining unafraid to delve into the sheer brutality of Lauda's recovery after his life-changing crash at the Nurburgring. Ron Howard's cinematic recreation of the 1976 F1 season is worth a watch for both F1 fans and non-fans alike. Combining rare and archival footage, the documentary emphasises just how difficult it is to balance safety and thrills in a sport that is inherently dangerous. The journey from the early days of racing to modern F1 has been a long one and the fight to improve safety measures has been just as lengthy. Life on the Limit has the ultimate bragging rights when it comes to interviews, with a plethora of racing stars from John Surtees to Lewis Hamilton having their say on the dangers of motorsport past and present. As McLaren continues to fight back from a tough couple of years in the present, the journey of its pioneering founder continues to be poignant.ġ. What is most striking about the documentary is it makes clear the astounding dedication and loyalty he inspired in those who worked for him on his journey from humble beginnings in New Zealand to the top echelon of motorsport. The story of Bruce McLaren is told through new dramatized footage alongside the original film and supported by interviews with those who knew him.
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