Weekend of a Champion (2013)
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. "Re-cut and restored" version of the original "Weekend Of A Champion (1972)", with a 2011 post-film discussion between Jackie Stewart and Roman Polanski (begins at approx 71:15 minutes).
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Jackie Stewart
as Himself
Formula 1 legend. Winner of three world titles (1969, 1971, and 1973). Also called the Flying Scot..
Roman Polanski
as Himself
Roman Polański (born 18 August 1933) is a Polish-French film director, producer, writer and actor. Born in Paris to Polish parents, Polański relocated with his family to Poland in 1937. After survivin...
François Cévert
as Himself
Albert François Cevert Goldenberg (25 February 1944 – 6 October 1973) was a French racing driver who took part in the Formula One World Championship. He competed in 48 World Championship Grands Prix,...
Helen Stewart
as Herself
Helen Stewart, born Helen McGregor on January 21, 1941, in Helensburgh, Scotland, is the wife of Sir Jackie Stewart, the renowned Formula 1 driver. The couple met as teenagers in their hometown and ma...
Ken Tyrrell
as Himself
Ken Tyrrell (May 3, 1924 – August 25, 2001) was a pivotal figure in Formula 1, renowned for founding and managing the Tyrrell Racing Organisation. Born in East Horsley, Surrey, England, he served in t...
Director
Frank Simon
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