Mclaren is one the most recognisable brands in motorsport, and its founder, new. Jun 21, 2017 roger donaldson might be best known for films like no way out, cocktail and species, but this australianborn filmmaker also has a fascination for kiwis with a need for speed. Complete formula one world championship results edit key races in italics indicate fastest lap. Roger donaldsons doco mclaren filling the gaps arts, film. Mclaren film 2017 fb pictures nz roger donaldson youtube. Directed by our very own kiwi rodger donaldson, who also made the great kiwi film about burt munro the worlds fastest indian. Director roger donaldsons documentary recounting the story of new zealander bruce mclaren, who founded the mclaren motor racing team in 1963.
Paul risker chats with mclaren director roger donaldson every movie is different says filmmaker roger donaldson. For director roger donaldson the bruce mclaren story has a personal significance. Not even roger donaldson, the filmmaker behind the mclaren documentary, released nationwide today, who talked to pretty much everyone who. Mclaren is a documentary directed by roger donaldson. A man who showed the world that a man of humble beginnings could. Marking a foray into documentary filmmaking for australian director roger donaldson dantes peak, species, the worlds fastest indian, the film traces the life and achievements of bruce mclaren, from his humble beginnings in new zealand as a child he was diagnosed with perthes disease, which left his left leg shorter than the right. Mclaren bruce mclaren documentary roger donaldsons. Director roger donaldson and producers matthew metcalfe and fraser brown faced a tough task. Not many people know that the name mclaren started out as bruce mclaren here in new zealand, he tells wallace chapman. From acclaimed director roger donaldson, comes then incredible true story of the man behind one of the greatest brands in international motorsport, mclaren. Roger donaldson might be best known for films like no way out, cocktail and species, but this australianborn filmmaker also has a fascination for kiwis with a need for speed his acclaimed 2005 film the worlds fastest indian was a biopic on burt munro the new zealander who set the land speed world record in 1967 and now his new documentary, mclaren, celebrates the life and. Director roger donaldson s documentary recounting the story of new zealander bruce mclaren, who founded the mclaren motor racing team in 1963. Roger donaldson, director of thirteen days and the worlds fastest indian, brings this documentary on the founder of a motor racing empire.
August 18, 2017 august 24, 2017 by movecto monterey, ca. Not even roger donaldson, the filmmaker behind the mclaren documentary, released nationwide today, who talked to pretty much everyone. The film stars dwayne cameron as bruce mclaren and was directed by roger donaldson. Roger lindsey donaldson onzm born 15 november 1945 is an australianborn new zealand film director, producer and writer whose films include the acclaimed 1981 relationship drama smash palace, and a run of titles shot in the united states, including the kevin costner films no way out 1987 and thirteen days 2000, and the 1997 disaster film dantes peak. The mclaren team he founded became one of the most successful in formula one. Feb 21, 2017 roger donaldsons new film mclaren tells the story of bruce mclarens determination to make it to the summit of global motor racing before his name became synonymous with the sport, and. In this documentary, director roger donaldson returns to the tarmac where he has made a mark before smash palace, his. Roger donaldson s new film mclaren tells the story of bruce mclaren s determination to make it to the summit of global motor racing before his name became synonymous with the sport. Mclaren director roger donaldson on the brutal world of motor.
Golden state theater vip presentation, copresented by mclaren auto. Bruce mclaren, is the subject of this documentary feature from director roger donaldson. Oscars best picture winners best picture winners golden globes emmys san diego comiccon new york comiccon sundance film festival toronto intl film festival awards central festival central all events. A fearless racing driver, a visionary and brilliant engineer, bruce mclaren was a humble new zealander who became a superstar in the glamorous jetset world of 1960s formula one motor racing. It makes no serious attempt at reaching out beyond. The film recounts the life of new zealand motor car racer bruce mclaren through interviews, archival. With mario andretti, alastair caldwell, dwayne cameron, matt coldrick. The name mclaren is synonymous with motor racing excellence and stands today as a symbol for automotive superiority. In this documentary, director roger donaldson returns to the tarmac where he has made a mark before smash palace, his fictional story of a race car driver, and. Bruce mclaren only lived to be 32 years old, but in his incredibly short life, he became a motorsports legend. Feb 21, 2017 roger donaldsons new film mclaren tells the story of bruce mclarens determination to make it to the summit of global motor racing before his name became synonymous with the sport. Documentary telling the story of bruce mclaren, the kiwi founder of the mclaren motor racing team. The story of bruce mclaren, the kiwi founder of the mclaren motor racing team. Director roger donaldson returns home to make racedriver.
A fearless racing driver, a visionary and brilliant engineer, bruce mclaren was a humble new zealander who became a superstar in the glamorous jetset world of. It was therefore no surprise that the film is absolutely amazing. R oger donaldsons documentary about motorracing pioneer bruce mclaren is well produced, well researched, well intended and a bit boring. Mclaren by roger donaldson roger donaldson 818522018881. Mclaren film wikimili, the free encyclopedia wikimili, the free encyclop. Mclaren available in bluray, dvd ship this item qualifies for free shipping buy online, pick up in store is currently unavailable, but this item may be available for instore purchase.
In the new documentary mclaren, audiences get an indepth look at the life and achievements of new zealand driver bruce mclaren, who set the racing world ablaze before dying in a car crash at the age of 32. Per the hollywood news, the film is being directed by roger donaldson and. S campbell if you have seen senna then you will enjoy this doc of the man. Ever since seeing bruce mclaren and jack brabham race each other in. In this documentary, director roger donaldson returns to the tarmac where he has made a mark before smash palace, his fictional story of a race car driver, and two films inspired by invercargills diy racing legend burt munro.
There are always so many things to keep you interested and so im not. Introducing mclaren film directed by roger donaldson. This upcoming documentary on bruce mclarens life looks. Exclusive interview with mclaren director roger donaldson. A lifelong motorsports follower but learnt so much about the career and story of bruce mclaren that was unknown to me before. Mclaren is directed by roger donaldson, a pioneer of the nz film industry whose films include smash palace, sleeping dogs, cocktail with tom cruise and the worlds fastest indian with sir anthony hopkins. Bruce was killed at 32, just as he was really becoming a. Roger donaldsons new film mclaren tells the story of bruce mclarens determination to make it to the summit of global motor racing before his name became synonymous with the sport, and. May 19, 2017 r oger donaldsons documentary about motorracing pioneer bruce mclaren is well produced, well researched, well intended and a bit boring. The film takes us from mclaren s childhood in new zealand to his allconsuming international fame, via family life, told by his widow patty. Aug 18, 2017 introducing mclaren film directed by roger donaldson. Coming to cinemas in 2017, the tale of one of new zealands most treasured sons and the father of britains most cherished motor racing empire is a compelling ode to never giving up on a dream.
Not even roger donaldson, the film maker behind the mclaren documentary, released nationwide today, who talked to pretty much everyone who was close to the man, is of great help explaining. From the director of the worlds fastest indian director roger donaldson comments, i was delighted to be involved in the telling of such an incredible new zealand story bringing it to life on the big screen has been a huge effort from all involved in bruces legacy. May 29, 2017 paul risker chats with mclaren director roger donaldson every movie is different says filmmaker roger donaldson. Mclaren is a fine documentary made by ballaratborn nz filmmaker roger donaldson.
Roger donaldsons new film mclaren tells the story of bruce mclarens determination to make it to the summit of global motor racing before his. The inspirational documentary account of one mans pioneering spirit, unswerving tenacity and endless passion, mclaren is the untold story of a motor racing icon, directed by roger donaldson thirteen days, the worlds fastest indian. The story of bruce mclaren was told in the 2017 documentary film mclaren by roger donaldson. The film motor racings greatest untold story, coming to cinemas soon the inspirational documentary account of one mans pioneering spirit, unswerving tenacity and endless passion, mclaren is the untold story of a motor racing icon, directed by roger donaldson thirteen days, the worlds fastest indian. I had very much looked forward to seeing the mclaren documentary film knowing it is a product of the new zealand film commission and directed by roger donaldson the worlds fastest indian is one of my all time favourites. Opening in new zealand cinemas on thursday, mclaren has been wellreceived by new zealand movie critics, but not british ones.
The life and career of bruce mclaren, a legendary new zealand race car driver and designer, as well as the founder of a racing team that still bears his. Director roger donaldson comments, i was delighted to be involved in the telling of such an incredible new zealand story bringing it to life on the big screen has been a huge effort from all involved in bruces legacy. Mclaren bruce mclaren was one of the icons of motor racing in the sports 60s golden age he won four grand prix, and joined fellow kiwi chris amon to win the 24 hours of le mans. Roger lindsey donaldson onzm born 15 november 1945 is an australianborn new zealand film director, producer and writer whose films include the acclaimed 1981 relationship drama smash palace, and a run of titles shot in the united states, including the kevin costner films no way out 1987 and thirteen days 2000, and the 1997 disaster film. Director roger donaldson on the legacy of bruce mclaren. A paperthin portrait of the racing car driver and designer bruce mclaren, it is constructed with all the verve and passionate inquiry of a press release. From acclaimed director roger donaldson the worlds fastest indian, comes the incredible true story of the man behind one of the greatest brands in international motorsport, mclaren. Bruce was killed at 32, just as he was really becoming a household name. The story of bruce mclaren, the new zealander who founded the mclaren motor racing team.
The story of new zealander, bruce mclaren, who founded the mclaren motor racing team, showing the world that a man of humble beginnings could take on the elite of motor racing and win. He is a director and producer, known for the worlds fastest indian 2005, species 1995 and cocktail 1988. Car enthusiasts and fans of motor racing have been moved to tears by the new film about bruce mclaren, the new zealander who founded the mclaren motor racing team. An australian who emigrated to new zealand in 1965, roger donaldson, 71, cut his teeth in documentaries and tv before launching into a career in feature films. While this film will primarily appeal to diehard auto racing fans particularly of the. Roger donaldsons new film mclaren tells the story of bruce mclarens determination to make it to the summit of global motor racing before his name became synonymous with the sport. A fearless racing driver, a visionary and brilliant engineer, bruce mclaren was a humble new zealander who became a superstar in the glamorous jetset world of 1960s formula. His acclaimed 2005 film the worlds fastest indian was a biopic on burt munro the new zealander who set the land speed world record in. The film takes us from mclarens childhood in new zealand to his allconsuming international fame, via family life, told by his widow patty. The film motor racings greatest untold story, coming to cinemas soon the inspirational documentary account of one mans pioneering spirit, unswerving tenacity and endless passion, mclaren is the untold story of a motor racing icon, directed by roger donaldson.
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