Grand Prix (1966)
Grand Prix (1966), an American sports drama film, was directed by John Frankenheimer and written by Robert Alan Aurthur. Set in the world of Formula One racing, it follows the journeys of four drivers as they navigate the high-stakes and danger of their profession. Alongside their racing exploits, we see the complicated relationships they have with the women in their lives. For example, Sarti engages in an affair with American journalist Louise Frederickson, who initially shows little interest in motorsports. Meanwhile, Aron has a fling with Stoddard’s unhappy wife Pat, while Stoddard himself struggles to come to terms with his family’s legacy and whether he can live up to it. The story comes to a close at the Italian Grand Prix, where the winner will likely be crowned World Champion. Sarti’s wife Monique arrives just before the race begins and comes face-to-face with Louise.
She makes it clear to Sarti that she has no intention of granting him a divorce, despite his desire to end their unhappy marriage. However, as the other racers gear up for the intense competition, Sarti faces technical difficulties with his car. Tragically, he is killed in a spectacular crash. In honor of Sarti, his Ferrari teammate Barlini is directed off the course by team leader Manetta, creating a tight race between Aron and Stoddard for first place. Ultimately, Aron crosses the finish line and is awarded the checkered flag in a moment of jubilation. He graciously invites Stoddard to join him on the winner’s platform, but the sudden loss of Sarti casts a shadow over the celebration. The film concludes with Aron walking alone along the final stretch of the racetrack circuit.
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Cast:  James GarnerPete Aron  Yves MontandJean-Pierre Sarti  Brian BedfordScott Stoddard  Toshiro MifuneIzo Yamura  Eva Marie SaintLouise Frederickson  Antonio SabatoNino Barlini  Françoise HardyLisa  Adolfo CeliAgostini Manetta  Claude DauphinHugo Simon |
Jessica WalterGrand Prix (1966), an American sports drama film, was directed by John Frankenheimer and written by Robert Alan Aurthur. Set in the world of Formula One racing, it follows the journeys of four drivers as they navigate the high-stakes and danger of their profession. Alongside their racing exploits, we see the complicated relationships they have with the women in their lives. For example, Sarti engages in an affair with American journalist Louise Frederickson, who initially shows little interest in motorsports. Meanwhile, Aron has a fling with Stoddard’s unhappy wife Pat, while Stoddard himself struggles to come to terms with his family’s legacy and whether he can live up to it. The story comes to a close at the Italian Grand Prix, where the winner will likely be crowned World Champion. Sarti’s wife Monique arrives just before the race begins and comes face-to-face with Louise.
She makes it clear to Sarti that she has no intention of granting him a divorce, despite his desire to end their unhappy marriage. However, as the other racers gear up for the intense competition, Sarti faces technical difficulties with his car. Tragically, he is killed in a spectacular crash. In honor of Sarti, his Ferrari teammate Barlini is directed off the course by team leader Manetta, creating a tight race between Aron and Stoddard for first place. Ultimately, Aron crosses the finish line and is awarded the checkered flag in a moment of jubilation. He graciously invites Stoddard to join him on the winner’s platform, but the sudden loss of Sarti casts a shadow over the celebration. The film concludes with Aron walking alone along the final stretch of the racetrack circuit.
