Senna may have missed out – somewhat controversially – on the Oscar short list, but the film is still in line for some major awards.
Screenwriter Manish Pandey has been nominated in the documentary category of the WGA (Writers Guild of America) awards, which take place next month.
Recent winning films have included Inside Job, The Cove, Waltz with Bashir and Super Size Me.
“I’m the only British writer in any of the major categories and I’m planning to fly the flag with great pride on February the 19th!,” says Pandey.
“Anything that brings F1 to the front, there, is a joy. Our sport should be there. The nomination is a great opportunity to brag to the US film world about how wonderful F1 is – and I shall use the opportunity to the full.”
Pandey’s competition includes legendary German director/writer Wim Wenders, nominated for his film about dancer Pina Bausch.
Meanwhile Senna’s James Gay-Rees has been nominated in the PGA (Producers Guild of America) Awards, which take place on January 21.
The film has also made the ‘longlist’ in six BAFTA categories, including Best Film, Best Documentary and Outstanding British Film. The shortlists will be made public on January 17.
Adam Cooper F1 
It’s not particularly controversial that SENNA was left out – the Academy Awards is a game, and unless you play by the rules you don’t qualify. No original footage = not eligible.
Ironic perhaps given the subject matter, but just one of the shortcomings of the academy.
As I understand it lack of original footage was not an issue. And the VIP commentary was new.
Really great congratulations….