F1 is the title of Brad Pitt's upcoming sports action drama film. Directed by Joseph Kosinski, this June 25th release also features Damson Idris, Kerry Condon, Tobias Menzies, Kim Bodnia, and Javier Bardem.
What is the film about? As per a synopsis on the film's Wikipedia page, it tells the story of a Formula One driver named Sonny Hayes (Brad Pitt), who raced in the 1990s, had a horrible crash, forcing him to retire from Formula One and start racing in other disciplines. A Formula One team owner and friend contacts Hayes and asks him to come out of retirement to mentor a rookie prodigy.
The film's trailer was released on Monday. So, what are the fans out there saying about it? Many are thrilled by the trailer's high-energy visuals, authentic racing footage, and star-studded cast. The use of real F1 tracks, drivers, and cameos has been praised for adding authenticity. Critics have lauded the trailer for its “heart-pounding” and “electrifying” racing sequences, shot during actual Grand Prix weekends at tracks like Silverstone, Monza, and Spa. Variety described the footage as “thrilling".
That said, there are negative reviews as well. The plot has been criticized for being unoriginal, with comparisons to films like Days of Thunder and Top Gun.
