Movie Description The story of premier drag racer Shirley Muldowney, who became the first driver ever to win the National Hot Rod Association's World Championship more than once. In order to do so, she had to break not only speed records, but formidable sexual barriers as well. Academy Award Nominations: Best Costume Design.
| Credits | | Cast: | Beau Bridges, Bonnie Bedelia, Hoyt Axton, Leo Rossi |
Notes Shirley Muldowney served as a creative consultant to the production.
Editorial Reviews Included in The New York Times "10 BEST FILMS OF 1983" New York Times - p.II:15 - Vincent Canby (12/25/1983)
"...Immediate and understandable, and [it] never opts for heroism at the expense of authenticity....Bedelia gives a fine performance..." Maslin
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