Film Lens
The film covers John DeLorean's transition from a high-ranking executive at General Motors to the founder of his own car company. In 1973, DeLorean was poised to become the next president of GM, earning $650,000 annually, but chose to pursue his ambition of creating a new American car company, the first since 1925.
It details the construction of an advanced auto factory in Belfast, Northern Ireland, which DeLorean built in under 18 months starting in 1978. This factory was notable for its modern design and technology, reflecting DeLorean's vision for innovation in the automobile industry.
Why Watch
- •See John DeLorean's bold career shift from GM to his own company.
- •Find out how DeLorean built a factory in Belfast in 18 months.
- •Meet the man behind the first new American car company in decades.
Did You Know
•John DeLorean was earning $650,000 a year at General Motors in 1973.
•The DeLorean factory in Belfast was built in under 18 months.
•DeLorean's car company was the first new American car company since 1925.
Perfect For
Automobile industry enthusiastsFans of John DeLoreanHistory of innovation