Overview

• Brad Pitt stars as Sonny Hayes, a retired F1 driver drawn back to the track to rescue a struggling team and mentor a younger teammate.
• Director Joseph Kosinski and producer Jerry Bruckheimer deployed new IMAX-style cameras and filmed at real Grand Prix events to capture authentic cockpit-level action.
• Reviewers have praised Claudio Miranda’s cinematography, Stephen Mirrione’s editing and Hans Zimmer’s score for amplifying the film’s high-octane energy.
• Damson Idris, Javier Bardem and Kerry Condon earn strong notices for bringing depth to a supporting cast navigating team dynamics and technical challenges.
• Critics acknowledge the film’s predictable underdog plot but say its technical achievements and thrilling race sequences set a new standard for motorsport cinema.