Brad Pitt Formula 1 Movie and Queen – First Peek

When we first heard about the new movie project from the director of “Top Gun: Maverick” - it seemed too good to be true: Brad Pitt Formula 1 Movie - what could go wrong? So now we have the first teaser trailer for the movie coming out next Summer – and it’s FREAKIN AWESOME. And if that wasn't enough - we've got the music of Queen in it! Take 90 seconds and enjoy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TZGY2CWPXeU What’s the plot of the Brad Pitt Formula 1 Movie? Here’s the synopsis:  NORTHAMPTON, ENGLAND - JULY 09: Brad Pitt, star of the upcoming Formula One based movie, Apex, and Damson Idris, co-star of the upcoming Formula One based movie, Apex, walk on the grid in front of Carlos Sainz of Spain driving (55) the Ferrari SF-23 on track during the F1 Grand Prix of Great Britain at Silverstone Circuit on July 09, 2023 in Northampton, England. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images) From Apple Original Films, “F1” stars Brad Pitt as a former driver who returns to Formula 1, alongside Damson Idris as his teammate at APXGP, a fictional team on the grid. The feature is being shot during actual Grand Prix weekends as the team competes against the titans of the sport.  The star-studded cast also includes Academy Award nominee Kerry Condon, Academy Award winner Javier Bardem, and Emmy Award winner and Golden Globe Award nominee Tobias Menzies, Emmy Award nominee Sarah Niles, Kim Bodnia and Samson Kayo. Joseph Kosinski (“Top Gun: Maverick”) directs and produces the feature alongside Jerry Bruckheimer and Chad Oman of Jerry Bruckheimer Films; Pitt, Dede Gardner and Jeremy Kleiner for Plan B Entertainment; and Lewis Hamilton under his Dawn Apollo Films banner.  Racing Movies To Get You Ready  Here’s a couple of suggestions to get you fired up for racing movies like the new Brad Pitt Formula 1 movie. Ford vs Ferrari: The true story of Ford’s quest to win the 24 hours of LeMans against Ferrari is a wonderful story with larger than life characters like Carroll Shelby and Ken Miles (Christian Bale steals the movie) - the driving scenes are stunning, and great acting makes it a must watch (although the book “Go Like Hell” from AJ Baime is even better) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7MVF_OCtJpg the dynamic between Carroll Shelby and Ken Miles makes the movie Senna: To understand the passion that the world has for Formula 1 racing, you need to watch this documentary on the life of Aryton Senna - the most compelling driver in the sports history (in my opinion). If you ask any open wheel racer if they’ve watched the movie “Senna”, you’ll get a yes. Senna was a one of one icon. Must watch.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QOQLeqRcgKc and of course Netflix has a new series about his life coming out soon (and it looks amazing): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LT7h6sUeUhU Rush: Ron Howard’s F1 movie about Nikki Lauda vs James Hunt is a bit fictionalized and over the top, but the great true story behind it and what Lauda went through to come back can’t be marginalized. Chris Hemsworth as James Hunt is larger than life (just like James was) and the vibe makes it a wonderful film.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XA73ni9eVs What does this movie mean for Formula One?  The movie “F1” is almost assuredly going to be a huge hit next summer. I mean we're talking a Brad Pitt Formula 1 movie folks! The camera technology in the trailer (similar to that used in Top Gun: Maverick) will bring a deeper connection to the amazing racing that is F1. A lot of people look at these drivers like fighter pilots - when you get time take a look at an F1 car with all the tech and advanced design, it gives you that feel. And the drivers are rock stars (fighter pilots).  This movie will grow the brand not only here in North America, but the worldwide reach (and curiosity) that came with Netflix series “Drive To Survive” will grow even faster. Formula One is a soap opera on wheels with compelling characters, beautiful backdrops for races and plenty of drama. This movie will capture it perfectly. Brad Pitt is the perfect lead for a movie like this - and with Lewis Hamilton (and F1) directly involved this could very easily be one of the three biggest movies next summer. So yea, I’m kinda pumped for it.