F1: Chequered Flag Back at Base: Bonus 2. Inside F1: The Movie
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Jun 5, 2025 
Jerry Bruckheimer, the legendary producer behind blockbusters, shares insights on crafting the highly anticipated F1 movie. F1 President Stefano Domenicali discusses the thrilling collaboration between motorsport and Hollywood, revealing the challenges of blending authenticity with cinematic flair. Meanwhile, Kerry Condon, the Oscar-nominated actress, details her preparation for the lead role, including intense training to capture the racing spirit. Together, they explore the logistics of filming at live races, aiming to attract new fans to the electrifying world of Formula 1.
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Authenticity Secured F1's Buy-In
- The F1 movie started with a meeting where filmmakers demonstrated Top Gun Maverick's technology to impress F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali.
- Authenticity and technological quality were key to gaining the sport's trust and interest in the project.
Actors Trained as Real Drivers
- Brad Pitt insisted on driving the race cars himself, undergoing extensive training from karting to F2 cars.
- Actor Damson Idris also had to pass a driving test to ensure authentic race driving scenes.
Cast Immersed in F1 Racing World
- Actors visited the Spanish Grand Prix to immerse themselves in the F1 environment and meet race engineers and principals.
- Brad Pitt amazed race professionals with his professionalism and enthusiasm during live crowd scenes.