Overview
- The film debuted on June 25 as the summer’s first blockbuster, featuring Brad Pitt as Sonny Hayes, a retired F1 driver summoned to revive a struggling racing team.
- Joseph Kosinski shot authentic Grand Prix sequences across Silverstone, Suzuka and Daytona using pivoting miniature cameras for unparalleled in-car perspectives.
- Six-time world champion Lewis Hamilton co-produced and consulted on technical details, leading Pitt through months of training to ensure credible on-track performances.
- At its core, the narrative explores the competitive bond between veteran Hayes and rookie driver Joshua Pearce (Damson Idris) as their rivalry evolves into collaboration.
- Critics have lauded the movie’s immersive visuals and dynamic star chemistry, though some reviews suggest the spectacle occasionally overshadows character depth.