Brad Pitt impresses in the new Formula 1 film: records on the opening weekend!

Brad Pitt impresses in the new Formula 1 film: records on the opening weekend!

A real Hollywood hit revolves around the fascinating and emotional background of Formula 1! Today the latest film about motorsport celebrates its premiere, and the first figures speak for themselves: With worldwide box office receipts of 140 million US dollars on its opening weekend, “F1 – The Movie” is already considered Brad Pitt’s most successful film. This takes lead actor and director Joseph Kosinski's reputation to new levels as it surpasses the former record-breaking opening of World War Z and exceeds critics' expectations - a real smash! TV Media reports that The film, with a budget of 200 million dollars, is not only a financial success, but also appeals to viewers with its emotional depth.

But who would have thought that Brad Pitt himself would slip into racing shoes? In “F1 – The Movie” he plays Sonny Hayes, a former racing driver who paves the way into Formula 1 for a promising rookie, played by Damson Idris. Joseph Kosinski, known for his creative vision, pitched the idea to Pitt, and he was sold within five minutes! Toronto Sun reports that the story revolves around second chances and the challenges of racing.

A film with a real racing feeling

For the authentic representation, converted F2 cars are used that have already driven in the real F1 circus for two seasons. Filming took place at legendary race tracks such as Silverstone, Hungaroring and Abu Dhabi. The successful producer Jerry Bruckheimer, who has already shone with blockbusters such as “Top Gun: Maverick”, contributed to the technical sophistication. *Kosinski* and *Pitt* have both undergone proper training in order to impress not only in terms of acting but also in terms of driving, reaching speeds of over 290 km/h.

Another aspect of authenticity is the collaboration with real Formula 1 teams, which Kosinski emphasizes. Motorsport.com reports that Lewis Hamilton described the film as the most authentic racing experience you can ever experience in the cinema. The combination of Pitt, Hamilton and Idris huh? Interest in the film increased even further, while some analysts had previously expected only $35 to $60 million - a real surprise!

A look into the future?

The question is whether there will be a second part after this success. Another project involving Brad Pitt and Formula 1 could well be on the horizon, especially if audiences continue to be so enthusiastic about the film. Apple plans to use the film's reach via its streaming platform and could thereby increase the project's appeal even further.

One thing is certain: “F1 – The Movie” is not only a captivating racing drama, but also a film that has captured the hearts of viewers - and that's just the beginning!