Crash and Burn (2016)
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.
Director: Seán Ó Cualáin
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Tommy Byrne as Self |
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Eddie Jordan as Self |
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Martin Brundle as Self |
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Mark Hughes as Self |
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Calvin Fish as Self |
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David Kennedy as Self |
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Gary Anderson as Self |
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John Watson as Self |
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Mike Hull as Self |
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Ayrton Senna as Self (archive footage) |
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Ralph Firman as Self (archive footage) |
| Directing | Seán Ó Cualáin | Director |
| Writing | David Burke | Writer |
| Production | David Burke | Producer |
| Editing | John Murphy | Editor |
| Camera | Ray MacDonnacha | Director of Photography |
