On the Pole: Eddie Sachs 63 years old

The documentary traces Eddie Sachs (one of the most popular drivers in the history of the Indianapolis 500) in a behind-the-scenes look at the race from his perspective, starting from a week before the race through the day after the big event. You can feel the fervor and anticipation build (*pay close attention to the scaffolding that collapses with too many people on it during the race) as Eddie prepares to keep his place, "on the pole."

On the Pole: Eddie Sachs (63 years)

  • Release day: Thursday, August 31, 1961
  • Runtime: 61 minutes