1957 Pre-Derby Tom
Identifier
F.2012-03-0607
Date Of Production
May 3 1957
Abstract
This film shows Thomas Koza interviewing trainers before the 1957 Kentucky Derby.
Description
The film begins with an interview with James E. Fitzsimmons (Mr. Fitz), Hall of Fame trainer, discussing his previous Derby winners and the chances of his horse, Bold Ruler (a Racing Hall of Fame horse), in "tomorrow's" race (May 4, 1957). Mr. Fitz was the trainer of 13 Horse Racing Triple Crown winners during his career. The next scene includes an interview with John A. Nerud, Hall of Fame trainer, discussing the chances of his horse, Gallant Man (a Racing Hall of Fame horse). This was John Nerud's first Kentucky Derby. Gallant Man finished second when its jockey, Bill Shoemaker, misjudged the finish and stood up in the stirrups prematurely. The owner of Gallant Man was Ralph Lowe, evidenced by the blanket worn by Gallant Man. The film concludes with shots of horses exercising on the track, Churchill Downs betting windows, and cleanup of the grounds in preparation for race day.
Run Time
8 min 3 sec
Format
16mm
Extent
291 feet
Color
B&W
Sound
Optical
Reel/Tape Number
1/1
Has Been Digitized?
Yes
Language Of Materials
English
Element
Negatives
Genre
Form
Subject
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Distributor
Main Credits
Koza, Frank (is filmmaker)
Participants And Performers
Fitzsimmons, James E. (is interviewee)
Nerud, John A. (is interviewee)
Koza, Thomas (is interviewer)
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