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Yahoo
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Thinking of Watching Brad Pitt's 'F1' at Home? Think Again
Brad Pitt's latest film is a full-throttle, high-octane tribute to Formula 1 racing—and it's built to be seen on the biggest, loudest screen available. Shot with immersive race footage and anchored by Pitt's signature ease and intensity, the film is part sports spectacle, part character study, and all energy. Critics are already calling it 'velociously loud and exceedingly exciting,' with Rotten Tomatoes praising Pitt's 'effortless charisma' as the engine driving the story forward. And while there's no shortage of sports dramas on streaming platforms, F1 isn't trying to fit neatly into that lane. It's going for speed and scale. The film follows a former Formula 1 driver Sonny Hayes (played by Pitt) who returns to the circuit to mentor young rising star, Joshua Pearce (Damson Idris). It's classic redemption-arc stuff, but what makes it hit harder is the visceral, ground-level view of the racing world. Pitt reportedly trained on actual F1 tracks and filmed during real Grand Prix weekends, which gives the racing scenes a lived-in authenticity that's hard to fake. But what really sets F1 apart is how it looks and sounds in IMAX because it was "Filmed For IMAX." In fact, the whole movie is in the 1.90:1 aspect ratio. The roar of the engines. The tension of a corner taken just a little too fast. The vibration in your chest when tires peel off the track. It's the kind of sensory overload that streaming can't replicate—no matter how nice your soundbar is. It's not just a movie; it's a rush. Whether you're a diehard F1 fan or just here for peak Pitt, F1 rewards you for showing up to the theater. And in an era where most action gets watered down into safe, streaming-ready content, this one doesn't flinch. It floors it. Watch it big. Watch it loud. Watch it in IMAX. Thinking of Watching Brad Pitt's 'F1' at Home? Think Again first appeared on Men's Journal on Jun 29, 2025
The Sun
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Brad Pitt's LA mansion broken into and ransacked by burglars who scaled fence while star promotes F1 film in UK
BRAD Pitt's LA mansion has been broken into and ransacked by burglars who scaled the star's fence while he promotes his F1 film in the UK. The Los Angeles Police Department was called to reports of the break in at 10:30pm on Wednesday at the actor's residence in Los Feliz, Los Angeles. 2 The force has since launched an urgent investigation into the burglary which saw thieves steal an "unknown" amount of personal items. The value of the stolen goods is not yet clear. Pitt was not at home at the time of the break, sources told NBC. Police are searching for three suspect who climbed over the fence and broke in through the house's front windows, they added. Pitt's latest public appearance was at the European premiers of F1 in Leicester Square, London where he stood for photographs alongside Tom Cruise and the film's cast. In his new flick, he plays veteran driver Sonny Hayes, who comes out of retirement to rescue buddy Ruben Cervantes' (Javier Bardem) ailing race team, years after a near-fatal crash. British F1 ace Lewis Hamilton is a producer and the film, which has garnered mixed reviews, is directed by Joseph Kosinski and the rest of the team behind Top Gun: Maverick, except Tom Cruise. Fans will note the parallels in what could be a case of art imitating life. Sonny is shown as a washed-up 'old man' who has fallen into gambling and only rediscovers his love for the sport when he faces competition from a younger driver. Brad now admits he was similarly lost after Angelina, 50, filed for divorce in September 2016. Brad Pitt secretly invites Hans Zimmer to F1 race as legendary composer starts writing Apex score She cited irreconcilable differences around the same time as the FBI and the Los Angeles Department of Children and Family Services investigated Brad for alleged child abuse after an incident on the family private jet. It was reported that the star had lost his temper when their son Maddox stepped in to stand up for his mother during a fight. One source claimed the actor 'was drunk' and the situation quickly 'escalated'. During the probe, Brad voluntarily completed drug testing. Meanwhile, two of his kids stopped using his last name. Brad, who was raised in Springfield, Missouri, was cleared of all allegations. But his personal life was in turmoil, and led to him seeking professional help. However, he recently revealed he was rapped for discussing his enthusiasm for Alcoholics Anonymous in a New York Times interview. Explaining why he wanted to talk about the closed-door sessions, Brad told Dax's Armchair Expert podcast: 'It was a men's group, it was AA, it was when I was first getting sober. 'I just thought it was incredible, men sharing their experiences, their foibles, their missteps, their wants, their aches and a lot of humour. 'I thought it was a really special experience. 'So I do this interview, and I got admonished by someone from the higher-ups, saying, 'It's anonymous'.' Few could have predicted that Brad would end up in AA when so-called Brangelina first went public two decades ago in 2005.
Daily Mail
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Revealed: Max Verstappen REFUSED to film nightclub scene with Brad Pitt in new F1 movie
Max Verstappen reportedly snubbed Brad Pitt by refusing to film an extra nightclub scene with him in the hotly-anticipated new Formula One film. 'F1' was released on Wednesday with bosses hoping it will make giant strides in America and replicate the success of Netflix 's Drive To Survive series. Pitt, Damson Idris and Javier Bardem star in the new movie, which tells the story of a former driver as he makes a comeback to partner new team mate Joshua Pearce at the fictional APXGP team. Formula One teams were keen to help producers and granted the film stars unprecedented access to their facilities. McLaren handed them access to their Woking headquarters, used as AGXGP's base, while Williams allowed them to use their wind tunnel for four days. Silverstone was essentially rented out to film-makers for three months in summer 2023, leaving junior drivers unable to use the track. But while teams were happy to accomodate the Hollywood A-listers, not all of the drivers were as keen. Four-time world champion Verstappen even declined to take part in an extra nightclub scene with Brad Pitt, according to The Telegraph. The Dutch Red Bull racer also missed the film's premiere in New York and the drivers' exclusive screening in Monaco. Across the paddock there was a more welcoming reaction to the movie. 'I'll just say, for the pure F1 fan, be open-minded to Hollywood films,' Williams driver Carlos Sainz said. While seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton is an executive producer. The Brit's production company Dawn Apollo features in the opening credits and has been credited with playing a decisive role as he helped train Pitt and Idris in Formula 2 cars. Joseph Kosinski, who was behind Top Gun: Maverick, and directed the latest potential blockbuster, revealed ahead of the Canadian Grand Prix: 'Lewis was the first person I reached out to. 'I sent him an email and said, 'I want to make it as authentic as possible. Will you help me?' And luckily, Lewis said, 'Yes'. 'He was involved in all the technical details with fascinating advice. In Hungary, for instance, he said, 'If Brad's going to let someone pass during a blue flag and he wants it to be as tight as possible, he's only going to do that at turn six'. That kind of detail, I couldn't have gotten from anywhere else.'
Bloomberg
25-06-2025
- Automotive
- Bloomberg
Apple Test-Drives Big-Screen Movie Strategy With F1
Forty-eight hours before Formula One's Grand Prix took to the streets of Monaco in late May, Apple Inc. screened its upcoming F1 film for the real-life drivers and team managers competing at the pinnacle of motorsport. It was crucial to Apple's services boss, Eddy Cue, that the company get it right. Not only is Cue himself a lifelong racing fan who sits on the board of Ferrari NV, but the movie is among Apple's most expensive pictures to date, with a budget of more than $200 million. Raising the stakes even higher, it marks the tech giant's return to theaters since dialing back its earlier big-screen ambitions. To capture the feel of sitting in a cockpit hurtling forward at 233 mph (375 kph), Apple mounted dozens of iPhone cameras on cars zooming through actual F1 events. In fact, the setup produced scenes so dramatic that the company has entered talks with Formula One to permanently affix its miniature lenses onto each car's fuselage, which would change how the sport is televised to roughly 70 million global viewers per race.
The Sun
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Brad Pitt rocks a very bold blue outfit as he heads out for another date night with girlfriend Ines de Ramon
BRAD Pitt has debuted yet another quirky look — this time while out on a cosy dinner date with girlfriend Ines de Ramon in New York. The 61-year-old two-time Oscar winner, currently promoting his new racing film F1, was spotted hand-in-hand with Ines, 32, as the couple made their way to a Manhattan restaurant on Saturday night. 5 5 The pair, who began dating in 2022, were all smiles as they to their date, with Brad wearing a bright blue velvet blazer, loose denim jeans, and a half-buttoned striped shirt. He rounded off the outfit with black shoes. Ines, one of the bosses at Anita Ko Jewelry, wore a white sleeveless top with feathered trim and matching trousers. The fine accessories expert added a necklace and small earrings for the couple's night out. It's not the first time Brad's style choices have raised eyebrows lately. Earlier on Saturday he'd been seen filming with Jimmy Fallon in yet another unusual outfit. His recent appearances have sparked talk from fans he is in the midst of a full-blown midlife makeover. Followers have compared his latest looks to his Fight Club character Tyler Durden. The connection was made even more obvious when he stepped out recently in a lavender silk shirt, unbuttoned at the top, with black velvet trousers and a fresh buzzcut. Brad donned the look for a double date with his pal Bradley Cooper, 50, and his girlfriend Gigi Hadid, 30, for dinner at the exclusive COTE Korean Steakhouse. The couple were seen exiting a Midtown building shortly after Brad was forced to deny speculation that he's using his relationship with Ines to generate publicity for F1. His new film, F1, is due out June 27 and directed by Top Gun: Maverick's Joseph Kosinski. It also stars Damson Idris, Kerry Condon, Javier Bardem and Tobias Menzies. While pushing the film, Brad also made rare remarks about family — amid ongoing public distance from the six children he shares with ex-wife Angelina Jolie. The pair's divorce began in 2016 and was finalized last November. They share adopted children Maddox, 23, Pax, 21, and Zahara, 20, as well as biological children Shiloh, 19, and twins Vivienne and Knox, 16. Speaking to Entertainment Tonight at the film's premiere in Mexico City, Brad said: 'No matter the mistake, you just learn from [it] and move on. It'll lead to the next success.' He added: 'When you get to my age, you realize how important it is to surround yourself with the people you love, the people that love you back. Friends, family, and that.' 5 5
