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Grand Prix

film by Frankenheimer [1966]
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The film Grand Prix (1966) by John Frankenheimer is a drama that explores the world of Formula One racing. The movie features a star-studded cast, including James Garner and Yves Montand, and showcases exciting racing sequences.1

Grand Prix racing itself, which the film depicts, involves automobile racing on closed circuits. The term "Grand Prix" originated in France in 1906 and has since become a prominent international sport, governed by the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA). The FIA sets the specifications for racing cars, particularly for the popular Formula One format, which uses open-wheeled, single-seater cars.2

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