Sky Arte documentary explores Steve McQueen's racing passion

Sky Arte will air the documentary 'Steve McQueen ‒ Una Vita Spericolata' on Saturday, April 1, 2023. Directed by Gabriel Clarke and John McKenna, the film focuses on the making of 'Le Mans' (1971), directed by Lee H. Katzin, starring Steve McQueen. McQueen, a passionate motorsport enthusiast, was determined to bring the story of the world's most challenging race to the screen. The documentary provides behind-the-scenes footage from the 1970 24 Hours of Le Mans, offering a glimpse into 1970s circuit racing. It also features exclusive interviews with five-time Le Mans winner Derek Bell, David Piper (who lost a leg during filming), and co-star Sigi Rauch. The portrait delves into McQueen's public and private life during that period. The content is curated by Artribune for Sky Arte's website.