The next Formula 1 (F1) film from Lewis Hamilton, rumored to be titled ‘Apex’, is set to have one of the biggest budgets in the history of the film industry. The 39-year-old racing champion will star in the film, with Apple leading the production. Filming for the movie is underway at various race locations, with sources estimating the film’s cost.
The production company behind the film, ‘Dawn Apollo Films’, is creating an F1 film with a star-studded cast aimed at attracting new audiences. Notable figures from the film crew, including Brad Pitt and Lewis Hamilton, have already visited the F1 grid for filming purposes. In one scene, Pitt and Hamilton even raced on the Silverstone GP track in modified F2 cars.
Reportedly, the film is expected to have an impressive budget of $300 million. While this puts it just outside the top 10 most expensive films ever made, the high cost can be attributed to the use of real Formula 1 cars and filming at authentic race locations. The film’s production has faced significant delays due to the Hollywood Actors’ Union Strike, and a final release date has not yet been announced as the team rushes to complete the film.
For Hamilton, producing this film has been a long-time dream. Both he and Apple will face substantial losses if the film does not meet expectations. The 39-year-old champion has shown great ambition with this project, especially by involving Brad Pitt. Therefore, the film will need to generate impressive numbers at the box office to recoup its budget. Typically, a film needs to earn more than double its budget to avoid financial losses.
To break even, Lewis Hamilton’s film will need to earn at least $750 million to $900 million. With the involvement of major companies and promising footage, the film is expected to be a success. Hamilton’s pursuit of this ambitious goal has raised the bar for Formula 1 drivers. The anticipation among current F1 fans for the film’s release is high. If the film proves to be a huge success, it could have a monumental impact on the sport, similar to the influence of Netflix’s ‘Drive to Survive’ documentary series. Consequently, the entire F1 community eagerly awaits the premiere of this highly anticipated film.
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