Senna

Name: Senna
Genre: Biography, Sport, Documentary
Released: August 12, 2011
Duration: 106 min
Rating: 79
Cast: Ayrton Senna

2011

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Producers Distribution Agency (PDA) | Release Date: August 12, 2011 | PG-13

Starring: Ayrton Senna

Summary: Senna's remarkable story, charting his physical and spiritual achievements on the track and off, his quest for perfection, and the mythical status he has since attained, is the subject of SENNA, a documentary feature that spans the racing legend's years as an F1 driver, from his opening season in 1984 to his final, tragic race a decadeSenna's remarkable story, charting his physical and spiritual achievements on the track and off, his quest for perfection, and the mythical status he has since attained, is the subject of SENNA, a documentary feature that spans the racing legend's years as an F1 driver, from his opening season in 1984 to his final, tragic race a decade later. Far more than a film for F1 fans, SENNA unfolds a remarkable story in a remarkable manner, eschewing many standard documentary techniques in favour of a more cinematic approach that makes full use of astounding footage, much of which is drawn from F1 archives and is previously unseen. (Working Title Films)… Expand

Director: Asif Kapadia

Genre(s): Biography, Sport, Documentary

Rating: PG-13

Runtime: 106 min

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Joe Williams

Sep 2, 2011

With such supercharged material under the hood, a magnetic man behind the wheel and a nimble director manning the pits, Senna is simply the greatest sports film I have ever seen. Read full review

Lisa Schwarzbaum

Aug 10, 2011

With exemplary use of archival footage, director Asif Kapadia expertly contrasts episodes of adrenaline-rush speed with moments of reflective slow motion to capture the addictive thrill and danger of the sport, as well as the personal values of the humble, spiritual sportsman. Read full review

Joe Morgenstern

Aug 11, 2011

What's most rewarding, though, is that Mr. Senna speaks extensively and eloquently for himself, and reveals himself to be an eminently human hero. He's thoughtful, even philosophical, about decisions that deprive him of seemingly well-earned victories. Read full review

Empire Dan Jolin

Aug 8, 2011

Ambitiously constructed, deeply compelling, thrilling and in no way only for those who like watching cars drive in circles. A worthy paean to a true talent. Read full review

Roger Moore

Sep 21, 2011

Senna himself gives it its heart. I just wish I'd gotten a better handle on who he was before the film's checkered flag falls. Read full review

Peter Rainer

Aug 12, 2011

Not surprisingly, a documentary constructed entirely from newsreel footage proves inadequate to the task of sounding the depths of someone as complicated or driven (pun intended) as Senna. Read full review

Una LaMarche

Aug 9, 2011

Senna's accomplishments are impressive, but his story seems more suited to an ESPN special than a feature-length film. Read full review

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takethemicmike

Nov 19, 2011

An amazing documentary, which you don't have to be a motoring sports' fan to enjoy. I'd give it a 9, but just to counterweight the 79 given by the so-called experts I'll give it 10. MUST WATCH.

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ASGaming21

Feb 19, 2015

This film is happy and sad at the same time. From Senna's rivalry with Alain Prost to his death at Imola in 1994. This is one of my favourite documentary films I've ever seen. Even if you aren't a fan of Formula 1, it's still great.

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natineptune3000

Aug 15, 2011

I have never been an F1 fanatic, or been interested in cars, I do however possess a great passion for documentaries. For this reason I can say, without a doubt, that this is the best documentary I have ever seen.

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drlowdon

Apr 12, 2014

Piecing together footage and interviews Senna follows the career of the legendary Brazilian Formula One driver Ayrton Senna from his arrival in Europe in 1978 to his tragic death in 1994 aged just thirty-four.
Whether you are a formula one fan or not this insight into one of motor racings,Piecing together footage and interviews Senna follows the career of the legendary Brazilian Formula One driver Ayrton Senna from his arrival in Europe in 1978 to his tragic death in 1994 aged just thirty-four.
Whether you are a formula one fan or not this insight into one of motor racings, indeed sports, most unique personalities Senna makes for a fascinating and moving watch throughout.… Expand

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Spangle

Jul 15, 2014

This one was very well done. The footage from the actual F1 races was a great touch and made me almost feel like I was living through everything, even though he was before my time and I have never watched F1. The story was very good and I liked getting all these details on all the season'sThis one was very well done. The footage from the actual F1 races was a great touch and made me almost feel like I was living through everything, even though he was before my time and I have never watched F1. The story was very good and I liked getting all these details on all the season's of his dominance, along with the rivalry he had with Prost at the time, which really made things all the more intense. Overall, this one is a thrilling and emotional ride that is such a good documentary that you do not have to even watch F1 to like it.… Expand

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AlvaradoKTA

Jun 30, 2012

I don't always watch documentaries, but when I do, They're good. And that's why Senna is my favorite film in this genre. I don't follow Formula 1, but this is still entertaining.

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GrantD243

Jun 5, 2019

I'm fairly new to the sport of Formula 1 and so I'm just now learning about many of the sport's greatest drivers. This documentary did educate me on Senna and why he was so great, but it's a fairly simplistic documentary and it didn't blow me away in any way.

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