The magic of Gilles Villeneuve - special feature from 1981

Gilles Villeneuve is revered as one of the most naturally talented drivers ever to have graced Formula 1, but just as he was well-known for his flair on track so too he earned a reputation for being a class act off it.

The next release from our 'The Race Presents' series of classic motorsport films is a special feature made at Monza in 1981 all about the Ferrari icon, including the thoughts of Villeneuve himself and other grand prix racing greats.

00:00 Centre of attention at Monza
02:41 A change of lifestyle
06:47 1981's contrasting emotions
08:06 A 'racer's racer'
10:23 James Hunt
12:51 Alan Jones
14:34 'Victory or nothing'
16:20 Life alongside Gilles
17:46 'He never gives up'
19:35 Coping with fame

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