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Brad Pitt Races to Authenticity in F1 Film

11/17/2025

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Director Joseph Kosinski described the challenges of making Apple Original Films' F1 movie at Deadline’s Contenders Film: Los Angeles.
He cited his passion for classic racing films like Grand Prix and Le Mans.
Brad Pitt stars as Sonny Hayes, a former Formula 1 driver trying to save a struggling team.
Kosinski said two years of research and collaboration with Formula 1 teams ensured authenticity.
Pitt and Idris faced tight takes.

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Director Joseph Kosinski described the challenges of making Apple Original Films' F1 movie at Deadline’s Contenders Film: Los Angeles.
He cited his passion for classic racing films like Grand Prix and Le Mans.
Brad Pitt stars as Sonny Hayes, a former Formula 1 driver trying to save a struggling team.
Kosinski said two years of research and collaboration with Formula 1 teams ensured authenticity.
Pitt and Idris faced tight takes.