Overview

• Simone Ashley was cast in July 2024 but her full storyline did not make the final cut, leaving only a brief, nonverbal cameo.
• Director Joseph Kosinski attributes the edits to excess footage and overlapping narratives and praises Ashley as an incredible talent.
• Ashley filmed high-adrenaline scenes at real Formula One races alongside Brad Pitt and Damson Idris, calling the experience “crazy.”
• Fans on TikTok and other platforms speculated about her reduced screen time following early screenings before the film’s June 27 release.
• F1’s authentic race footage demanded precise, often one-take shots and its cinematography and immersive sound design have been widely praised.