Magic Rays of Light F1: The Movie and Smoke
Jun 25, 2025
Join Jonathan Reed, a writer at MacStories, and Benjamin Mayo, the host of 9to5Mac's happy hour, as they dive into the exciting world of cinema and streaming. They discuss the theatrical debut of F1: The Movie, highlighting its thrilling portrayal of redemption in Formula 1. The duo also explores innovative filmmaking techniques, including the use of custom iPhone cameras for authentic racing visuals. Plus, they give insights into the new Apple Original series Smoke, which centers on an arson investigation, blending complex character dynamics and engaging storytelling.
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F1 Movie Premiere Experience
- Sigmund Judge shared his experience at the F1 movie European premiere in Leicester Square.
- The event included stars like Brad Pitt, Hans Zimmer, and Apple Original Films execs, making it an incredible day.
F1 Movie Is Popcorn Fun
- F1 the movie is an entertaining, thrilling film that resembles Top Gun Maverick with racing.
- The story is formulaic but the film succeeds as popcorn cinema with exciting racing scenes and comedy.
Seamless VFX & iPhone Tech
- The F1 movie's visual effects are seamless, blending real race footage with actor shots.
- iPhone cameras adapted for the film show no quality loss even on IMAX screens, highlighting tech innovation.
