How Hamilton helped Idris, Pitt bring 'F1' movie to life
Briefly

Damson Idris, while filming a pivotal scene for the $300 million Formula 1 movie on the grid at the 2023 British Grand Prix, felt an exhilarating mix of pressure and excitement. Surrounded by real F1 stars like Max Verstappen and Brad Pitt, he had to transition from actor to character, embodying the persona of Joshua Pearce. The atmosphere was electric as jets flew overhead, and any mistake could ruin the take, emphasizing the tightly woven narrative of personal ambition against a backdrop of high-stakes racing.
As soon as I spun around and started walking, 'We Will Rock You' started playing, and I'm like, 'I should be Joshua Pearce right now!'
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