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The F1 world is anticipating the release of a new movie based on the sport starring Brad Pitt this year – but did you know another movie was in the works 25 years ago?
The new F1 movie starring Brad Pitt is set to be released in a few months after several years in production. The film was shot in the F1 paddock during races, with access to pit garages and even some on-track time in a modified Formula 2 car. This open collaboration with F1 stands in contrast to 25 years ago when Sylvester Stallone faced challenges trying to make an F1 movie, with Bernie Ecclestone being protective of access to the sport. Stallone ultimately switched focus to CART and released the film there in 2001, aiming to capture the essence of Champ Car racing.
