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David Kennedy

Born January 15, 1953 · Sligo, Ireland (age 73)

David Kennedy, born on January 15, 1953, in Sligo, Ireland, is a former racing driver who competed in Formula One and sports car racing. He joined the Formula One grid in 1980 with Shadow, though his career there was hampered by an uncompetitive car. Kennedy later found success with Mazda in endurance racing, notably placing sixth in the 1991 24 Hours of Le Mans. After retiring, he became a driver…

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Crash and BurnCrash and Burn · 2016
Crash and Burn
★ 8.22016
MovieDocumentary
Crash and Burn chronicles the thrilling and turbulent career of Irish racing driver Tommy Byrne, who rose from a rough, working-class background to the cusp of Formula 1 in the 1980s. Directed by Seán Ó Cualáin, the film explores Byrne's undeniable talent and rebellious personality, which set him apart on the track but also clashed with the conservative and elite world of Formula 1. Byrne’s story is filled with highs and lows, from his dominance in lower racing categories to his brief, rocky stint in Formula 1 and subsequent struggles. The documentary combines interviews, archival footage, and personal insights to portray the complexities of Byrne’s character and his “what could have been” legacy in motorsport.

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Crash and BurnCrash and Burn · 2016
Crash and Burn
★ 8.22016
MovieDocumentary
Crash and Burn chronicles the thrilling and turbulent career of Irish racing driver Tommy Byrne, who rose from a rough, working-class background to the cusp of Formula 1 in the 1980s. Directed by Seán Ó Cualáin, the film explores Byrne's undeniable talent and rebellious personality, which set him apart on the track but also clashed with the conservative and elite world of Formula 1. Byrne’s story is filled with highs and lows, from his dominance in lower racing categories to his brief, rocky stint in Formula 1 and subsequent struggles. The documentary combines interviews, archival footage, and personal insights to portray the complexities of Byrne’s character and his “what could have been” legacy in motorsport.

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