RE: Netflix 'Schumacher' documentary previewed
Wednesday 25th August 2021
Netflix 'Schumacher' documentary previewed
New film looks at the career of the seven-times champion with unprecedented access
Senna. Hunt. Shelby. Not many faces in the history of automotive have made it into feature films meant for the masses, but when they have done, they've often enlightened and expanded audiences into the behind-the-scenes drama, passion and personalities of a giant industry. Just take a look at Drive To Survive, the F1 docuseries that has fired up adolescent hearts all over the internet into the charms of motorsport. And Daniel Ricciardo.
Now, Netflix has released the trailer and broadcast date for the upcoming 'Schumacher' documentary, which looks back at the extraordinary career of the seven-time F1 world champion.
While his son Mick is starring himself in the streaming service's recent series, this feature-length doc will explore not just how Michael became the longest-standing champion in history (until Lewis Hamilton came along, that is), but how his family and life off the track helped contribute to that success.
The trailer even shows fellow champion Sebastian Vettel, racing this F1 season with Aston Martin, saying "there was no one like him," while other rivals and peers including Mika Hakkinen, David Coulthard and Bernie Ecclestone will feature.
Schumacher has been absent from the racing scene since a skiing accident in 2013, but the documentary has received full support and involvement from all his family, including his wife Corinna.
Schumacher's long-time and manager Sabine Kehm said: "Michael Schumacher has redefined the professional image of a racing driver and has set new standards. In his quest for perfection, he spared neither himself nor his team, driving them to the greatest successes. He is admired all over the world for his leadership qualities."
The show will be released on the streaming service on Wednesday 15th September.
Discussion
Trackdayer said:
On the one hand it'll be an amazing watch I'm sure. On the other hand it'll only highlight "losing" him and the utter void of any sort of similar drivers since.
Have you never heard of Lewis Hamilton? He has the same number of world titles as Schumi and also holds the records for the most wins, pole positions, and podium finishes. I’d say he is very similar.It’s an interesting one as very much like Senna prior to Imola 94 Schumacher wasn’t universally revered. Admired by most but not revered.
Tragic outcomes tend to put a spin on back stories and villains become heroes.
I hope we get to see both sides of the man, it’s who he was and to gloss over some of that lessens the impact of the story.
It’s quite right you don’t ever hear a Top 5 or 10 F1 drivers list without his name in there somewhere, I just see it that Lewis did it cleaner, and no more (I’d argue much less) support from team mates.
Different times, different drivers but I’d put Lewis above MS even if the man himself might not.
I’m neither a casual nor an avid fan but watched enough F1 from the mid 80’s to today to separate the good from the great, and the great from the once in a generation talent.
Tragic outcomes tend to put a spin on back stories and villains become heroes.
I hope we get to see both sides of the man, it’s who he was and to gloss over some of that lessens the impact of the story.
It’s quite right you don’t ever hear a Top 5 or 10 F1 drivers list without his name in there somewhere, I just see it that Lewis did it cleaner, and no more (I’d argue much less) support from team mates.
Different times, different drivers but I’d put Lewis above MS even if the man himself might not.
I’m neither a casual nor an avid fan but watched enough F1 from the mid 80’s to today to separate the good from the great, and the great from the once in a generation talent.
Like many others, I will probably watch this. But what I really want to know is, How is he..!?
Probably something that isn't going to be released. Something I just don't understand, must be incredibly hard for Mick (now in the headlights), I'm sure he gets asked this daily..?
Why such a secret...? Sponsors/finance surely can't still have a financial interest/aspect from his condition.
jj
Probably something that isn't going to be released. Something I just don't understand, must be incredibly hard for Mick (now in the headlights), I'm sure he gets asked this daily..?
Why such a secret...? Sponsors/finance surely can't still have a financial interest/aspect from his condition.
jj
Comparing F1 drivers is always tough. As an out and out racer I would put Hamilton above Schumi but Hamilton leans on the team more. Schumi was leading the team and calling the shots. After many races he would walk around the competitors cars, looking to see what they have that Ferrari could use. Ferrari were in a bad place when he arrived and he turned them around. Not sure if it will be in this documentary but for those that remember Spa 1998 when Schumi ploughed into DC?
Schumi blamed DC when clearly he hit DC. DC approached Schumi I think at the next race and asked him to apologise for crashing and he said Schumi just paused looked at him and said “I didn’t make a mistake you did”. DC realised at that point he would never be world champion. He didn’t have that ruthless attitude that Schumi did. Schumi is not the only one either. Senna was ruthless at times but also shows great compassion as well.
As a leader Schumi is possibly the best IMO. Called all the shots. Out and out racer others are better.
Schumi blamed DC when clearly he hit DC. DC approached Schumi I think at the next race and asked him to apologise for crashing and he said Schumi just paused looked at him and said “I didn’t make a mistake you did”. DC realised at that point he would never be world champion. He didn’t have that ruthless attitude that Schumi did. Schumi is not the only one either. Senna was ruthless at times but also shows great compassion as well.
As a leader Schumi is possibly the best IMO. Called all the shots. Out and out racer others are better.
jorders500 said:
Have you never heard of Lewis Hamilton? He has the same number of world titles as Schumi and also holds the records for the most wins, pole positions, and podium finishes. I’d say he is very similar.
He is very successful for sure. But absolutely nothing like Schumacher or Senna.Trackdayer said:
jorders500 said:
Have you never heard of Lewis Hamilton? He has the same number of world titles as Schumi and also holds the records for the most wins, pole positions, and podium finishes. I’d say he is very similar.
He is very successful for sure. But absolutely nothing like Schumacher or Senna.Trackdayer said:
jorders500 said:
Have you never heard of Lewis Hamilton? He has the same number of world titles as Schumi and also holds the records for the most wins, pole positions, and podium finishes. I’d say he is very similar.
He is very successful for sure. But absolutely nothing like Schumacher or Senna.Both very different
In my mind, Schumacher built a team around him (with his flaws) and delivered.
Mercedes built a team around Hamilton, against which he delivered.
Both brilliant.
Can't wait to watch.
jorders500 said:
Have you never heard of Lewis Hamilton? He has the same number of world titles as Schumi and also holds the records for the most wins, pole positions, and podium finishes. I’d say he is very similar.
But very different, Michael lived a private family life... Lewis doesn'tjorders500 said:
Trackdayer said:
On the one hand it'll be an amazing watch I'm sure. On the other hand it'll only highlight "losing" him and the utter void of any sort of similar drivers since.
Have you never heard of Lewis Hamilton? He has the same number of world titles as Schumi and also holds the records for the most wins, pole positions, and podium finishes. I’d say he is very similar.Ferrari were no where in 96, and had a rough few years before that - Schumacher is credited with bringing the team together and building what was an unstoppable force in the early 2000's.
Schumacher also pioneered the athlete like fitness and nutrition that became the standard for F1 drivers
Hamilton is a great driver, and has to be considered up there with the best but he has largely been in the right place at the right time. Not saying that as a bad thing.
As a huge F1 fan I always had a massive love / hate relationship with Schumacher. I loved to hate him but in a pantomime kind of way, obviously what has happened to him is awful. He was always the Dick Dasterdly of F1 to me (for those of you old enough to remember Wacky Racers). The battles he had with Hakkinen were incredible, culminating in that overtake at Spa.
He was one of the all time greats but also flawed. Can’t wait for the documentary.
He was one of the all time greats but also flawed. Can’t wait for the documentary.
Brainpox said:
Looks terrific and can't wait.
Also look forward to the Hamilton documentary in 10 years time.
Don't see why people need to compare all the time.
I'm sure there will be, I don't like the bloke but will probably still watch it. Also look forward to the Hamilton documentary in 10 years time.
Don't see why people need to compare all the time.
I hope they do a Rossi one as well, including footage of him in the Ferrari. If rumours are true, Rossi was very quick when testing the Ferrari.
BaronMcLaren said:
It’s an interesting one as very much like Senna prior to Imola 94 Schumacher wasn’t universally revered. Admired by most but not revered.
Tragic outcomes tend to put a spin on back stories and villains become heroes.
I hope we get to see both sides of the man, it’s who he was and to gloss over some of that lessens the impact of the story.
It’s quite right you don’t ever hear a Top 5 or 10 F1 drivers list without his name in there somewhere, I just see it that Lewis did it cleaner, and no more (I’d argue much less) support from team mates.
Different times, different drivers but I’d put Lewis above MS even if the man himself might not.
I’m neither a casual nor an avid fan but watched enough F1 from the mid 80’s to today to separate the good from the great, and the great from the once in a generation talent.
I agree with much of what you’ve said.Tragic outcomes tend to put a spin on back stories and villains become heroes.
I hope we get to see both sides of the man, it’s who he was and to gloss over some of that lessens the impact of the story.
It’s quite right you don’t ever hear a Top 5 or 10 F1 drivers list without his name in there somewhere, I just see it that Lewis did it cleaner, and no more (I’d argue much less) support from team mates.
Different times, different drivers but I’d put Lewis above MS even if the man himself might not.
I’m neither a casual nor an avid fan but watched enough F1 from the mid 80’s to today to separate the good from the great, and the great from the once in a generation talent.
I’m old enough to juuust remember Jim Clark dying, and afterwards numerous greats becoming World Champion.
Other than Prost, I prefer each and every one of those champions as men, and from the list only Prost, Senna and Sir Jamie Stewart come near MS’s race craft and his ability to wring the last bit out of the machinery he was given.
He was undoubtedly, like Prost, a practitioner of the ‘dark arts’ at times (some would call it cheating, don’t flame me, I’m just voicing what many have said over the years) and always remember when he was quizzed about his car having (then illegal iirc) traction control, he claimed to be able to modulate the accelerator pedal 12x per second....
However, his philanthropy is wonderful and well known, and I know I for one would never have wished the tragic accident that occurred on him or his family.
Finally, I’ll ask the question that is always discussed, is he the greatest F1 driver of all time?
Those of older vintage will point to Fangio, Clark, Stewart or Senna as being technically just as if not better accomplished, but none of them hold the number of race wins and championships that he does. For the record I’d say Senna.
I’m looking forward to seeing this documentary, hoping that it shows all sides of MS, and will silently wish him well and hope that he gains some improvement in his health
Hmm. Have to say that personally I found every one of Schu’s victories forgettable. I can’t remember a single one. It was also the period I watched the fewest GP races in my life. Everything about the Schumacher yrs I largely regard as the dullest in the history of the sport.
So this will be one F1 bloke who won’t be watching it. Then again, I don’t bother with things like Drive to Survive either. It’s mumsnet TV for blokes with M3s.
So this will be one F1 bloke who won’t be watching it. Then again, I don’t bother with things like Drive to Survive either. It’s mumsnet TV for blokes with M3s.
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