Senna: The Test
Synopsis
Senna: The Test (2017) explores a unique moment in Ayrton Senna's career when, on December 20, 1992, he tested a Penske IndyCar in Phoenix, Arizona. Amid frustrations with McLaren, Senna briefly considered switching to IndyCar, with this test marking his only serious exploration of American racing. The documentary, created by Marshall Pruett and Travis Long, features insights from figures like Emerson Fittipaldi and Rick Mears, capturing this rare event in Senna’s life and his motivations during a challenging period in his career.
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SENNA: The Test
Type: Clip • Published 2017-12-20
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Release History & Theatrical Window
December 20, 2017
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Travis Long, Marshall Pruett
- Screenplay & Story
- Marshall Pruett
- Original Title
- Senna: The Test
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 26m
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Travis Long, Marshall Pruett
Marshall Pruett
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Travis Long
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Marshall Pruett
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Marshall Pruett
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What is Senna: The Test about?
Senna: The Test (2017) explores a unique moment in Ayrton Senna's career when, on December 20, 1992, he tested a Penske IndyCar in Phoenix, Arizona. Amid frustrations with McLaren, Senna briefly considered switching to IndyCar, with this test marking his only serious exploration of American racing. The documentary, created by Marshall Pruett and Travis Long, features insights from figures like Emerson Fittipaldi and Rick Mears, capturing this rare event in Senna’s life and his motivations during a challenging period in his career.
Who directed Senna: The Test?
Senna: The Test was directed by Travis Long, Marshall Pruett.
Who stars in Senna: The Test?
The principal cast of Senna: The Test includes Marshall Pruett, Roger Penske, Rick Mears, Paul Tracy, Hélio Castroneves.
When was Senna: The Test released and how long is it?
Senna: The Test was released in 2017 with a total runtime of 26m.