'F1: The Movie' Wins Big at Critics' Choice Awards, Gains Awards Season Momentum
'F1: The Movie' wins Best Editing and Sound at the Critics' Choice Awards, adding to its box office success. With nominations for Golden Globes and Oscars, the film's critical acclaim is growing, boosting F1's mainstream appeal.
'F1: The Movie' is accelerating through awards season, securing two major wins at the Critics' Choice Awards for Best Editing and Best Sound. The film, starring Brad Pitt and produced in part by Lewis Hamilton, is now a contender in multiple categories for the Golden Globes and the Academy Awards, signaling its critical and technical success beyond the box office.
Why it matters:
The film's recognition at major award ceremonies validates F1's successful expansion into mainstream entertainment. This critical acclaim not only boosts the sport's global profile but also sets a high bar for future sports-related films, demonstrating that a motorsport narrative can achieve both commercial success and artistic merit.
The details:
- Critics' Choice Wins: The film triumphed in two key technical categories, Best Editing (Stephen Mirrione) and Best Sound (Al Nelson, Gwendolyn Yates Whittle, Gary A. Rizzo, Juan Peralta, and Gareth John), out of seven total nominations.
- Other Nominations: It was also nominated for Best Cinematography, Best Score, Best Song, Best Visual Effects, and Best Stunt Design at the Critics' Choice Awards.
- Box Office Hit: The movie became Brad Pitt's highest-grossing film ever and is now available for streaming on Apple TV+, extending its reach to a wider audience.
- Golden Globes & Oscars: The momentum continues with two Golden Globe nominations and shortlisting for four Academy Awards: Cinematography, Original Score, Sound, and Visual Effects. Ed Sheeran's original song "Drive" is also in the running for Best Original Song.
- Hamilton's Role: Seven-time F1 world champion Lewis Hamilton served as a co-producer, lending authenticity and a direct link to the F1 world.
What's next:
With the awards season in full swing, all eyes are on the upcoming Golden Globes and Academy Awards to see how many more accolades the film can capture. F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali has hinted at a potential sequel, stating it's a case of "never say never," though he emphasized that any follow-up is not imminent as they focus on maximizing the impact of the first film. The film's success paves the way for a stronger, more culturally integrated Formula 1 brand.