DETTORI

ROLE
Director (Italy) / Director of Photography

COMPANY
Dazzler / Sky

ABOUT
DETTORI is the exhilarating, tub-thumping celebration of inspirational jockey Frankie Dettori, the rock star of racing and one of the most decorated sportsmen of all time. In the twilight of a controversial and turbulent career, illuminated by stunning victories and his raw charisma, and defined by a complex relationship with his driven father, Frankie’s story thrusts us into the high-stakes world of horse racing as never seen before.’

From his strict upbringing in Italy to his early years in England Frankie himself opens up about the difficulties and challenges he faced in order to become one of the greatest jockeys in the history of horse racing.

REVIEWS
"emotional documentary clears every hurdle” Guardian

"It's genuinely unsettling viewing at times to watch and understand the repercussions for those who have been caught up in their complicated crossfire. Dettori's inability to ever be able to live up to his father's expectations is laid bare. At his lowest, he seems frankly haunted.” Racing TV