Brad Pitt stars in CAD 410 million "F1" film by Top Gun director
The first trailer for the highly anticipated big-budget film "F1," starring Brad Pitt, has already hit the web. It promises to be a hit next summer, costing hundreds of millions of dollars.
Warner Bros. and Apple TV+ have presented the first trailer for the film about Sonny Hayes, a Formula 1 driver who returns to the track. He is partnered with Joshua Pearce (played by Damson Idris), who has much to learn from him. Together, they are part of the fictional team APXGP.
According to Variety, the filming took place during real sporting events, such as the British Grand Prix and the Rolex 24 at Daytona. Last Sunday, Brad Pitt was a special guest at the race in England, bringing along his new partner, which made headlines worldwide. The "F1" trailer, available on Formula 1’s YouTube channel, already has millions of views. That's not the only figure related to this title: according to Deadline, the film's budget exceeded CAD 410 million.
As reported by foreign services, Lewis Hamilton (multiple Formula 1 champion) is involved in "many aspects of the film," including the script. However, the most critical information for movie lovers will be that "F1" is directed by Joseph Kosinski, the same director behind "Top Gun: Maverick."
The cinematography, handled by Claudio Miranda ("Top Gun: Maverick," "Life of Pi," "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button"), is polished (like Brad Pitt's immovable hair) and resembles a car commercial. It's clear that no expense was spared on "F1," and the film studio likely has great hopes for this title. The production is handled by Jerry Bruckheimer, one of the most important producers in today's Hollywood ("Pirates of the Caribbean," "Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F," "Bad Boys"). The film is set to hit theatres on June 25, 2025.
