Bruce McLaren Documentary Movie
Bruce McLaren’s determination to make it to the summit of global motor racing circles led to his name becoming synonymous with the sport; displaying an incomparable will to succeed and desire to better both himself and the team that carried his name. In following a singular dream, McLaren elicited the loyalty, determination and love of family, friends and colleagues to create a dynasty that lives on to this day. The recently released full-length documentary reveals the challenges and adversities he faced along the way, McLaren is the story of Bruce’s total commitment to motor sport.
From a childhood illness that threatened to alter the path of his life, and including letters and tapes he sent home to his family in New Zealand the 90-minute film traces the McLaren story to final success as a Can-Am and Grand Prix constructor.
The film makes extensive use of fascinating period footage and features contributions from Bruce’s wife Patty, Emerson Fittipaldi, Alastair Caldwell, Chris Amon, VR columnist Howden Ganley, Mario Andretti, Dan Gurney, Lothar Motschenbacher and Sir Jackie Stewart.
A very informative and enjoyable documentary, particularly in view of the team’s present performances in Formula One. Out now on Blue-Ray, DVD or iTunes download.
