‘F1’: Joseph Kosinski Says “Exciting Racing” Doesn’t Matter Without “Great Story & Characters” & Talks Rivalries Within

The trailer for Apple Films & Warner Bros.’ “F1” hit today, and it seems to offer not only high-octane action and visceral thrills but bruising dramas within. Like “Top Gun: Maverick,” which seamlessly blended buzzing supersonic aerial intensity with heart, soul, romance and meaningful character dynamics, “F1,” about the dangerous, high-stakes world of Formula One auto racing, director Joseph Kosinski seems like he’s applied the same flying and drama principles to his Brad Pitt-starring racing movie READ MORE: ‘F1’ Trailer: Brad Pitt Feels The Need For Speed In Joseph Kosinski’s High-Octane Racing Drama The film centers on a racing legend, Sonny Hayes (Pitt), who is coaxed out of retirement to lead a struggling Formula 1 team—and mentor a young hotshot driver—while chasing one more chance at redemption. Continue reading ‘F1’: Joseph Kosinski Says “Exciting Racing” Doesn’t Matter Without “Great Story & Characters” & Talks Rivalries Within at The Playlist.

Mar 13, 2025 - 20:50

‘F1’: Joseph Kosinski Says “Exciting Racing” Doesn’t Matter Without “Great Story & Characters” & Talks Rivalries Within

The trailer for Apple Films & Warner Bros.’ “F1” hit today, and it seems to offer not only high-octane action and visceral thrills but bruising dramas within. Like “Top Gun: Maverick,” which seamlessly blended buzzing supersonic aerial intensity with heart, soul, romance and meaningful character dynamics, “F1,” about the dangerous, high-stakes world of Formula One auto racing, director Joseph Kosinski seems like he’s applied the same flying and drama principles to his Brad Pitt-starring racing movie

READ MORE: ‘F1’ Trailer: Brad Pitt Feels The Need For Speed In Joseph Kosinski’s High-Octane Racing Drama

The film centers on a racing legend, Sonny Hayes (Pitt), who is coaxed out of retirement to lead a struggling Formula 1 team—and mentor a young hotshot driver—while chasing one more chance at redemption.

Continue reading ‘F1’: Joseph Kosinski Says “Exciting Racing” Doesn’t Matter Without “Great Story & Characters” & Talks Rivalries Within at The Playlist.