# Senna (2010)

> An archival-powered portrait of Ayrton Senna that transforms Formula One rivalry, political struggle, and national devotion into gripping human drama.

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## Facts

- Runtime: 106 min
- Genres: Documentary
- Director: Asif Kapadia
- Cast: Ayrton Senna, Alain Prost, Frank Williams, Ron Dennis, Viviane Senna, Milton da Silva, Neyde Senna, Jackie Stewart
- TMDB rating: 8.1/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1424432/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: extreme
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: mild
- Mood: propulsive, intimate, sincere, motorsport viewing, sports documentary night

## Synopsis

A gripping exploration of a racing legend whose life was as fast-paced as his career.

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