Weekend of a Champion
Filmmaker Roman Polanski spends a weekend with world champion driver Jackie Stewart as he attempts to win the 1971 Monaco Grand Prix, offering an extraordinarily rare glimpse into the life of a gifted athlete at the height of his powers.
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| Year | 1972 |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Director | Frank Simon |
| Runtime | 80 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 7.2/10 (14 votes) |
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Polanski crafts an intimate, fly-on-the-wall study of a champion's psyche under extreme pressure. The access is unparalleled, revealing the meticulous preparation and personal toll behind the glamour of Formula 1.
What lingers after viewing is the raw humanity of Stewart—his focus, fears, and the solitary weight of expectation at the zenith of his craft. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Frank Simon
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Alone or with fellow motorsport enthusiasts, with quality speakers to feel the engine roar.
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