Thescreescore – F1: The Movie, starring Brad Pitt and Damson Idris, isn’t just a thrilling ride; it’s a visceral experience fueled by real-life Formula One tragedies. Director Joseph Kosinski recently revealed the chilling true stories that inspired the film’s most jaw-dropping crash sequence. The scene depicts Idris’ character, Joshua Pearce, surviving a fiery, high-speed wreck, his hands severely burned. This wasn’t just Hollywood spectacle; it was a meticulously crafted homage to two devastating real-world incidents.
In an interview with GQ, Kosinski confirmed the scene’s inspiration: a Formula Three crash approximately a decade ago at Parabolica, a notoriously dangerous corner, and Romain Grosjean’s harrowing 2020 Bahrain Grand Prix accident. Grosjean’s miraculous escape from a fiery inferno, with only hand and foot burns, provided a chillingly realistic template.
Kosinski detailed the practical effects used to recreate the intensity of the crash. A prop car, launched at 110 mph using compressed air, was filmed in just two takes. The first fell short; the second, a daring gamble to increase the car’s trajectory, resulted in a breathtakingly realistic crash that exceeded even the director’s expectations, almost escaping capture entirely. Kosinski praised the quick-thinking cameraman who managed to follow the car’s wild trajectory into the woods. This behind-the-scenes footage, he teased, will be included in the home release.
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The film’s commitment to realism extends beyond this pivotal scene. The use of archival footage from Martin Donnelly’s accident further underscores the movie’s dedication to portraying the brutal reality of Formula One racing. This meticulous attention to detail, combined with pulse-pounding action, has earned F1: The Movie an 83% Rotten Tomatoes critics’ score and near-perfect audience ratings, solidifying its status as an instant classic. Thescreescore.com gives it an 8/10. The movie’s success is a testament to the power of true stories and the dedication of a filmmaking team willing to push boundaries for authenticity.
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