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Behind the Scenes of the New Formula 1 Film Project

Lewis Hamilton takes on new role as producer and advisor for F1 film project backed by Apple.

1 year ago
Source: Motorsport

Lewis Hamilton has promised "authenticity" for fans with his new Formula 1 film project backed by Apple. Hamilton is a producer and advisor to the new F1 film, which is set to start filming soon at grand prix events. There has been speculation that Brad Pitt would run in a real car in practice at the British Grand Prix alongside the current field. However, the suggestion of Pitt driving in a real session is wide of the mark, beyond the fact it would be logistically impossible on licence, safety and sporting equity grounds for him to run in a competitive practice. Instead, it is understood that the plan is for there to be some filming of Pitt at events running alone on track in a modified single-seater, potentially either an F2 or F3 car. This filming would help deliver a backdrop of a live racing crowd and all the infrastructure being in place at a genuine grand prix.

Hamilton says progress is being made on the film, as he made it clear that he did not want the movie to end up being such a fantasy that it was mocked by real F1 fans. He is more focused right now on making sure the script is where it needs to be. Hamilton also emphasized the importance of the film being authentic and believable to racing fans.

It is the director's focus to make sure that the film is as embedded into the sport as possible and that it provides a view of racing from a different perspective than what you might see on TV. Hamilton is spending a lot of time helping the team get the script right, and he is enjoying the process.

While the idea of Brad Pitt driving a real car in a practice session with the current F1 field is exciting, it is not feasible for several reasons. Still, the inclusion of Pitt in the film, even if it is just for some filming of him running alone on track in a modified single-seater, adds a Hollywood flair to the project.

Overall, the F1 film project backed by Apple has a lot of potential, especially with Hamilton's involvement and commitment to authenticity. It will be interesting to see how the film turns out and how it portrays the sport from a different perspective.

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