Tony Brooks
Acting
Biography
Tony Brooks, born Charles Anthony Standish Brooks on February 25, 1932, in Dukinfield, Cheshire, England, was a British Formula One driver known for his graceful driving style and remarkable speed. Often referred to as the "Racing Dentist" due to his dentistry studies, Brooks earned six Grand Prix wins and was a prominent driver for Ferrari and Vanwall during the 1950s and early 1960s. He passed away on May 3, 2022, at the age of 90.
Known For
The late 1950s were known as golden years in the world of motor racing, champions were made and lost on a Sunday, and no losses were greater than those of Enzo Ferrari’s Scuderia. Based on Chris Nixon’s bestselling biography Mon Ami Mate, Ferrari: Race to Immortality tells the story of the loves and losses, triumphs and tragedy of a turbulent era that shook the motor racing world.
Ferrari: Race to Immortality
In the 60s and early 70s it was common for Grand Prix drivers to be killed while racing, often televised for millions to see. Mechanical failure, lethal track design, fire and incompetence snuffed out dozens of young drivers. They had become almost expendable as eager young wannabes queued up at the top teams' gates waiting to take their place. This is the story of when Grand Prix was out of control. Featuring many famous drivers including three times world champion Sir Jackie Stewart OBE, twice world champion Emerson Fittipaldi and John Surtees OBE, this exciting but shocking film explores how Grand Prix drivers grew sick of their closest friends being killed and finally took control of their destiny.
Grand Prix: The Killer Years
The story of one of the most recognisable names in British sport, tracing his meteoric rise from teenage racing prodigy to a global superstar.