INDIANAPOLIS — Individuals of all ages are invited to view historic racing films that capture the renown drivers and cars during the month of May at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway as part of the “Indy 500 Film Festival,” on Tuesday, May 7 and Tuesday, May 14 at 7 p.m. at the Irvington Branch Library, 5625 E. Washington St.
This year’s lineup of films begins on May 7 with “For Gold and Glory,” which looks at the history of the largest single sporting event ever held for African Americans, the Gold and Glory Sweepstakes race held from 1924 through 1946 at the Indiana State Fairgrounds. It’s a story told through the eyes of the event’s greatest driver, Charlie Wiggins, a four-time series champion. The evening also will feature the one-hour film biography of A.J. Foyt, “A Champion for Life,” highlighting his career and interviews with those who knew him well throughout his time as a driver.
The festival concludes on May 14 with a celebration of the 50th anniversary of Mario Andretti’s 1969 Indy 500 victory. Three films will be shown, “The Challenge of Champions,” “Turn Left to Win,” and “A Race for Heroes – Mario Andretti.”
Following the festival, the Irvington Branch will host author Christopher Hinchcliffe, the brother of current Indy Car driver James Hinchcliffe, who will discuss his latest novel, “Chasing Checker Acceleration,” on Wednesday, May 15 at 6:30 p.m.
For more information about these free events, contact the Irvington Branch at 317-275-4450.
