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Love the Beast

Year of completion
2008
Content type
Documentary
Format
Feature
Genre
Action, Adventure, History
Duration
90 minutes
Production Status
Completed

Synopsis

Eric Bana has cast himself in his ultimate role in LOVE THE BEAST. Bana’s directorial debut explores his 25-year-long love affair with his first car – a Ford XB Falcon Coupe. Obsessed with cars and racing since he was a child, Eric takes us on a journey that culminates in The Beast’s untimely death in one of the world’s most dangerous races. With guidance from three of his life-long friends, Eric examines the bond that is formed around a common passion.
Completion Year
2008
Genres
Action, Adventure, History
Format
Feature
Production Status
Completed

Cast and Crew

Director

Eric Bana

Producer

Eric Bana, Peter Hill, Matt Hill

Executive Producer

Steve Hill

Director of Photography

David Rose, Rod Pollard

Cast

Eric Bana, Jay Leno, Jeremy Clarkson, Dr. Phil McGraw

Screenings

2009 — Guangzhou International Documentary Film Festival

2009 — Tribeca Festival

Sales

Australian Sales

International Sales

Madman Entertainment Pty Ltd

Production Company

Pick Up Truck Pictures

Whyte House Entertainment

Photography

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