We’ve seen teasers and a first trailer for the upcoming film “F1”. Yesterday we were given what Warner Bros. has called the “Main Trailer”. And just like before, this thing looks terrific. Apple Studios has poured a ton of money into this action sports drama centered around the world of Formula One racing. Some have estimated as much as $300 million which is a lot of money to make back. I’m hoping it pays off because it would be nice to see a successful blockbuster that isn’t linked to existing franchises.
Brad Pitt gets top billing playing Sonny Hayes, a former Formula One driver who retired following a horrible crash. He’s convinced to return to racing after an F1 team owner and old friend (played by Javier Bardem) offers him a spot mentoring a hotshot prodigy (Damson Idris). The always compelling Kerry Condon also stars. The film is directed by Joseph Kosinski who’s coming off the enormous success of “Top Gun: Maverick”. There’s no way “F1” does those kinds of numbers. But hopefully people will give it a shot, especially after seeing the killer new trailer.
“F1” races into theaters on June 27th. Check out the trailer below and let me know if you’ll be seeing it or taking a pass (awful pun intended).
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Looks cool as I do like Brad Pitt and Kerry Condon. I’m still not impressed with Joseph Kosinski based on what I have seen from him as I don’t see him an important name in film.
I’ve liked Kosinski from way back. Aside from loving “Maverick”, I’ve also really liked the work he has done in video game trailers – “Mad World” (Gears of War), “Starry Night” (Halo 3), “Become Legend” (Destiny), etc.
I’ll be seeing this. It’s got the reliable formula of the old vs the new driver. am guessing ticket sales of about 500 mill
I’m really interested in its box office numbers. The story looks reliable (as you mentioned) and the visuals look primed for the big screen.
Pass
aww
Only in theatres? I presume it will come to Apple TV and I’ll see it then.
Yep in theaters. But I’m guessing Apple TV will bet the streaming.