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Starring: 24 Hours of Le Mans 2002 Review, 
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Rated: NR (Not Rated)
Release Date: 2002
Studio: Duke
Format: Color,  DVD-Video,  NTSC, 

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Description
Conquering the most famous motor race in the world is a real test of speed, skill and endurance. Man and machine have to perform to the highest standard, lap after lap, hour upon hour as they are pushed to the limits and beyond in this gargantuan event. Over 220,000 spectators traveled to Le Mans to witness this classic event, which once again did not disappoint. In this review you can relive the very best highlights together with action from the pits and informed commentary. The cameras have missed none of the decisive moments that settled the final order for these highly charged racing machines (which included MG, Bentley and Morgan, Chrysler, Porsche, and Ferrari). However, after 3,000 miles of flat-out driving it was the all-conquering Audi Sport Team Joest who took the checkered flag once again with an historic hat trick for drivers Frank Biela, Tom Kristensen and Emmanuele Pirro. Capturing the atmosphere and sense of occaision that only the Circuit de la Sarthe can provide, this official review is a magnificent souvenir of motorsports history in the making. And, as an extra bonus, we've included almost a full hour of footage from the test weekend in May, driver and owner interviews, and the qualifying laps from the days leading up to the race. Enjoy!

Customer Reviews for 24 Heures du Mans: Le Mans 2002

Good review of the 2002 Le Mans spectacle
Profiling Audi's return to the top step of the podium for the third consecutive year, this comprehensive review of the 24-hour classic French endurance race is a must-have for any sportscar racing fan. The DVD covers the Le Mans testing weekend, scrutineering, practice/qualifying, and the race itself in great visual and audio detail. It also provides mini-features on Audi's recent dominance in the race with its pace-setting car -- the Audi R8 -- and the DVD also does a good job going over the on-track changes the organizers made to the historic course since the 2001 race.
However, there are some slightly disappointing features that hamper the quality of the DVD. First off, when the DVD starts, it goes straight into testing weekend coverage without going to a menu screen first. This is a small annoyance, especially if you want to jump to a specific chapter. Second, the DVD shows qualifying highlights twice, repeating some of the same information over again.
However, these are small flaws and true fans of Le Mans won't mind the rather tiny inconviences to relive the 2002 race.24 Heures du Mans: Le Mans 2002

For those who love LeMans
You'll really enjoy this documentary of the 2002 race, it gives you all the lead up to the event, the sights, the sounds, and a sense of the length of time it takes to compete. For me, this was a special find because I attended the 2002 LeMans race and this was a great addition to my travel photos. This particular race was blessed with great weather, no rain, no high winds, perfect. While the Audi's ran away with it, there was so much to enjoy. The Viper/Corvette battle was fun to watch - the Vettes dominated in the end. The Ferrari was a surprise early on. The French were actually making a movie during the race and had two cars entered just for the film. I have not located the film just yet, but I will buy that too when I can.
I spent the entire night driving from one location to the next to get differnt views of the race (a very nice aspect of this race on mostly public streets) and this film captures great action at many spots. My seat was right at the finish line, so the view of the finish on this film brings it all back for me. Like I said, if you like LeMans style racing, if you have a tolerant family (or your own viewing area) you will enjoy this film a lot...and who knows, it may make you want to travel to LeMans and experience it for yourself.
24 Heures du Mans: Le Mans 2002

Amazing
If youre intersted to the speed and sights of lemans, this is the video you want to buy. It has a lot of moments captured before the race including the test days of may and qualifying. Its a great way to see cars such as the great 3 car Audi R8 squad, the lone but beautiful Bentley Speed 8, the very loud Panoz, and the wonderful engine notes of the Judd engine powered Courages and Dome. I think this DVD is something of a historic artifact to be collected as it is the last days running of the most prestigious team lemans has recently seen the factory backed Audis. The sight and sounds are great. This is for every fan who just wanna sit back and watch LeMans at home.24 Heures du Mans: Le Mans 2002