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This is a 1967 magazine advertisement for the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer film "Grand Prix" which was released on December 21, 1966. - size 8" by 11"
** The picture was directed by John Frankenheimer with music by Maurice Jarre and stars James Garner, Eva Marie Saint, Yves Montand, Brian Bedford, Jessica Walter and Antonio Sabàto. The film was presented in 70mm Cinerama in premiere engagements and its unique racing cinematography was one of the main draws of the film. The movie includes real-life racing footage and cameo appearances by drivers including Formula One World Champions Phil Hill, Graham Hill, Juan Manuel Fangio, Jim Clark, Jochen Rindt and Jack Brabham. Other drivers who appeared in the film include Dan Gurney, Richie Ginther, Joakim Bonnier and Bruce McLaren. It was one of the highest grossing films of 1966, winning three Academy Awards for its technical achievements.
