Beyond Driven
"The exhilarating story of F1 pioneer Lella Lombardi and the women of formula racing."
Originally released in 2020. Beyond Driven is a documentary film. directed by Vincent Tran. At just 74 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
At the Spanish Grand Prix in 1975, former butcher’s delivery driver and ex Formula 3 Championship runner up, Lella Lombardi, became the first, and still only, female driver to win F1 World Championship points. During one of the most controversial weekends in F1 history, set amid a notoriously dangerous Barcelona street circuit, spectator deaths, driver boycotts, a huge first corner crash, and a shortened race, Lombardi made history and recorded a fete that is yet to be bettered more than 45 years later. Having broken a truly remarkable glass ceiling through sheer tenacity, Lombardi continued to race, but never reached the same heights again. Her death left behind a mysterious personal life but sparked a powerful legacy for female drivers to aspire to. For the first time, explore the incredible life of this overlooked sporting and cultural icon, through the eyes of today’s leading female drivers from across the globe.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 30, 2020
5 years ago
Runtime
1h 14m
74 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (4 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Love Entertainment
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beyond Driven about?
At the Spanish Grand Prix in 1975, former butcher’s delivery driver and ex Formula 3 Championship runner up, Lella Lombardi, became the first, and still only, female driver to win F1 World Champi...
Who directed Beyond Driven?
Beyond Driven was directed by Vincent Tran.
How long is Beyond Driven?
Beyond Driven has a runtime of 1 hours and 14 minutes (74 minutes total).
When was Beyond Driven released?
Beyond Driven was released on June 30, 2020 in theaters.