US Edition‘F1’ First Reactions: Brad Pitt’s Racing Epic Is an ‘Old School Summer Blockbuster’ That’s ‘So Freaking Good’
- The F1 film, featuring Brad Pitt and Damson Idris portraying racing drivers, is set to debut in the UK on June 25, 2025, just days ahead of the Austrian Grand Prix.
- The movie, a collaboration between filmmaker Joseph Kosinski and producer Jerry Bruckheimer, was developed over four years with guidance from actual drivers such as Lewis Hamilton to ensure its authenticity.
- Early press screenings and social media reactions praise the film’s thrilling racing sequences, emotional depth, and strong performances, especially by Pitt and Idris.
- Critics described the movie as an "old school summer blockbuster" with "adrenaline, heart, pacing, story and character," while Drew Taylor called it "absolutely incredible."
- The film aims to boost Formula 1’s popularity, particularly in the US, with real F1 drivers’ positive response and hopes that it will attract new fans to the sport.
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The Independent (US)Brad Pitt’s F1 film lauded as ‘old school summer blockbuster’ in rave first reactions
Early reactions to Joseph Kosinski’s racing drama have surfaced on social media
‘F1’ First Reactions: Brad Pitt’s Racing Epic Is an ‘Old School Summer Blockbuster’ That’s ‘So Freaking Good’
Brad Pitt’s summer tentpole “F1” has been unveiled to members of the film press, and the first reactions are praising the racing thriller as “action-packed” with strong visuals. Variety’s senior artisans editor Jazz Tangcay highlighted the “flawless” craft of the film, with its sound, score and cinematography. Variety’s chief awards editor Clayton Davis also had […]
Hamilton opens up on being a producer for the ‘F1’ movie
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How Brad Pitt Trained Like a Real F1 Driver for His Movie Role
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