A Life of Speed: The Juan Manuel Fangio Story

It is kinda sad that when there is good story to tell, had a chance to interview with some special names in Formula 1 history, but there is no storytelling. Time didn't pass while I was watching, several times I checked the bottom bar to see how many minutes to end. In my opinion; unfortunately this documentary is not so successful about reflecting Fangio's legacy. But in otherside, it is good to see the old and original aspects of Formula 1 and motorsport history. If interested, then it might worth see it.

I mean, I feel ya bud but... come on, is that really 1 worthy?

"A Life of Speed: The Juan Manuel Fangio Story" is a very captivating film that properly pays homage to one of the greatest legends of Formula One. Archive footage combines in this documentary with expert testimony and comments from Fangio himself; readers can relish both the intensity and elegance of a racing career that has become the watermark generations later. While this documentary on the entire career of Juan Manuel Fangio is first and foremost oriented to appeal to racing fans, it makes his story accessible and inspiring to a larger audience by showing not only his extraordinary skill behind the wheel but also the humble and determined character that made him a champion. Though sometimes the documentary glides over some tricky areas in his life, it is still reverent toward Fangio's legacy and portrays old-school motorsport with a real sense of excitement-for this reason, it's an absolute must-see for any fan of sport and history.

I want engine noise! All I got was a wall of pointless background music, drowning out both voice and noise. Could not stand to keep watching (hearing) that.

(Flash Review)

Was Juan Manuel Fangio the best F1 driver of all time? He is known as the godfather of F1 as he was the best and most accomplished driver it the early 40s-50s era and held the record of 5 World Championships until Schumacher finally topped him at the turn on the century. He was also able to win championships with several different manufacturers; a rarity. There is some great early racing footage in here. The documentary is straightforward and not creative except from a vague analysis they concocted to pick a best driver over every era. Guess who they picked...?