Brad Pitt's F1 film teaser debuts at British Grand Prix
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In a strategic move designed to maximize excitement, Apple and Warner Bros. Pictures have unveiled the teaser trailer for the highly anticipated Formula 1 film, produced by Lewis Hamilton and set to feature Hollywood heavyweight Brad Pitt. Titled "F1," the film is scheduled for a June 2025 release.
The teaser, which premiered 30 minutes before the start of the British Grand Prix, introduces Brad Pitt's character, Sonny Hayes, conversing with Irish actress Kerry Condon. In the trailer, Pitt's character delivers a captivating monologue:
"Ok. Red Bull. Ferrari. Mercedes. Aston. Now McLaren. All have us beat on the straight. Our shot is battling in the turns. We need to build our car for combat," Pitt says.
Condon, portraying the technical director of the fictional APX GP team, intriguingly inquires:
"How am I going to make that safe?"
The exchange concludes with Pitt delivering a compelling line:
"Who said anything about safe?"
This dialogue sets the stage for what appears to be a gripping narrative, underscored by Queen's iconic anthem "We Will Rock You," which plays over a montage of intense racing scenes.
Behind the scenes: a star-studded collaboration
Directed by Joseph Kosinski, the visionary behind "Top Gun: Maverick," and produced by the prolific Jerry Bruckheimer, "F1" promises to blend cinematic excellence with high-octane racing drama. The project involves notable participation from several Formula One drivers and teams, adding an authentic touch to the film.
The teaser reveals a cameo of former Haas boss Guenther Steiner, clad in the colors of his old team and observing the action from the pit wall. This inclusion hints at the film's commitment to capturing the essence of the real-life F1 world.
Realism at its core
Set during the 2023 season, the film follows the story of Sonny Hayes, a fictional former race driver, making an improbable comeback with the APX GP team. To enhance the film's authenticity, actual race footage has been cleverly modified to include the fictional APX GP cars. The trailer also features shots of Pitt and co-star Damson Idris, both seen piloting the two race cars.
Taking realism to another level, Pitt and Idris have been taking actual laps in a specially modified Mercedes car, a detail sure to thrill racing enthusiasts. The pair has spent this week on location at Silverstone, continuing to film critical scenes.
In a remarkable blending of fiction and reality, Pitt joined the F1 drivers for their customary Friday briefing and filmed scenes in the TV pen on Saturday after qualifying, posing as if he were a legitimate contender.
With a global release date of June 25, 2025, "F1" is already generating significant buzz. The combination of star power, meticulous attention to detail, and the backdrop of the high-stakes world of Formula One racing ensures that this film will be a blockbuster worth the wait.
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