Hollywood Hits the Racetrack: Fans Divided Over Brad Pitt's New F1 Movie
Suspense crime, Digital Desk : Imagine this scene: The British Grand Prix at Silverstone is in full swing, but alongside the familiar colors of Ferrari and Mercedes, there's a new team on the grid. A sleek, black-and-gold car for a team named "APXGP" is turning heads, and behind the wheel is none other than Hollywood superstar Brad Pitt.This isn't a fantasy—it's the very real, on-location filming for a new, yet-to-be-titled Formula 1 movie, and it has the internet buzzing with a mix of wild excitement and healthy skepticism.<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">F1 movie was pretty good. Not great…kinda wish the other drivers were more “in it” but it wasn’t bad</p>— Erik (@erikbond) <a href="https://twitter.com/erikbond/status/1938440233629987243?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 27, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>The film, directed by Joseph Kosinski and produced by Jerry Bruckheimer (the duo behind the blockbuster Top Gun: Maverick), stars Brad Pitt as Sonny Hayes, a veteran driver who comes out of retirement to mentor a promising young rookie, Joshua Pearce, played by Damson Idris. With seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton on board as a producer to ensure authenticity, the project aims to be the most realistic racing drama ever made.<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">I've seen <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/F1TheMovie?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#F1TheMovie</a> and it might be the best blockbuster since Top Gun Maverick and that's not a coincidence with Joseph Kosinski directing but what he manages to achieve here is nothing short of an high octane fueled epic. Brad Pitt is his best role since Cliff Booth. Also has… <a href="https://t.co/v83gngRkL0">pic.twitter.com/v83gngRkL0</a></p>— Wesley (@WesleyW626) <a href="https://twitter.com/WesleyW626/status/1938435397065052544?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 27, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>To achieve this, the production team has gone to unprecedented lengths. They've created a fictional 11th team, APXGP, complete with its own garage in the pit lane and stunningly designed cars (which are modified F2 cars made to look like F1 contenders). Pitt and Idris have been filmed driving these cars on the actual Silverstone track between real F1 sessions, creating a spectacle that has captivated fans.<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Brad Pitt despite his charisma and leading ability was a completely incompatible choice to lead this movie.</p>— Rob Thompson ???????? (@RcThompson24) <a href="https://twitter.com/RcThompson24/status/1938441105286234580?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 27, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>However, as footage and details emerge, social media has erupted with deeply divided opinions.The Hype: "This Is Going to Be Epic"A huge portion of the F1 community is thrilled. Fans are praising the film's incredible production value, especially the gorgeous design of the black-and-gold APXGP car. Many are impressed by the commitment to realism and the sheer star power of seeing Brad Pitt fully immersed in the F1 world. The involvement of Lewis Hamilton and the Top Gun: Maverick director has set expectations sky-high, with many predicting a visually stunning and adrenaline-pumping cinematic experience.<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MinusMovieReview?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MinusMovieReview</a>: <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/F1TheMovie?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#F1TheMovie</a>. Such a fun watch. The racing stuff is really cool (not even close to accurate but its a movie). The music is also fantastic. Charles Leclerc will be world champion one day. <a href="https://t.co/bFcIqwsPra">pic.twitter.com/bFcIqwsPra</a></p>— Matt (@minusmattk) <a href="https://twitter.com/minusmattk/status/1938441046536372514?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 27, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>The Skepticism: "A Bit Cringeworthy?"On the other side of the track, some viewers are wary. The plot—an old pro mentoring a young talent—has drawn comparisons to older, less successful racing films like Sylvester Stallone's Driven, which has become a cautionary tale in the genre. Some find the idea of a fictional team seamlessly joining the F1 grid a bit "cringe," while others are simply worried that the story won't live up to the spectacular visuals.<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/F1TheMovie?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#F1TheMovie</a> <br><br>The thrill ride of being in the F1 vehicle really carries the movie. The weak and predictable story is something you have seen before. The race scenes make something special to see in a theater <br><br> <a href="https://t.co/gN6248E2ew">https://t.co/gN6248E2ew</a> <a href="https://t.co/3iLLknKxt1">pic.twitter.com/3iLLknKxt1</a></p>— Jacob Hubbard (@Jacob_Hubby99) <a href="https://twitter.com/Jacob_Hubby99/status/1938438377293943255?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 27, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>For now, the debate rages on. Will this be the Top Gun: Maverick of motor racing, or will it be another Hollywood attempt that misses the mark with true fans? With filming still underway, the final verdict will have to wait until the checkered flag falls on its official release.