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Daily Mail
15 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
She really took the theme seriously! Pip Edwards revs up F1 Sydney premiere in racy car themed outfit
Pip Edwards revved up the glamorous Sydney premiere of the much-hyped F1 movie in a racy ensemble that paid homage to the closely tied worlds of fashion and Formula 1 race car driving. The P.E Nation co-founder and Ksubi Creative Director, 45, skipped the media wall on Thursday night, but made sure to document her sartorial efforts on social media. Pip stepped out in a pair of Kusbi Low Rider Pitt Lane straight leg jeans that flaunted her fit physique, paired with a cropped red T-shirt and a cropped black denim jacket. She pulled the race car themed ensemble together with an official Pirelli Motorsport cap, which she tucked her bleach blonde lucks under in a low bun, and a chunky black belt and pointed white heels. Her statement piece screen printed pants, which retail for $239, were the star of the show. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. 'With my boys,' Pip captioned a pre-movie selfie taken fittingly inside a vehicle, with interior stylist Steve Cordnoy and Double Rainbouu co-founder Mikey Nolan. She double parked herself with two small popcorns at the Entertainment Quarter cinema, alongside a host of high-profile Sydney identities and media professionals. Leading the charge was Amy Castano, who mingled with her friendly ex-husband Jono Castano at the event. Influencer Amy looked absolutely sensational in a sultry, wine-coloured two-piece ensemble. She rocked a sheer, long-sleeved top that subtly revealed a bandeau underneath, paired with a matching figure-hugging skirt that featured a dramatic cut-out at the waist. The star completed the bold look with pointed heels, a slick clutch, and a pop of deep red lipstick, letting her long brunette locks cascade in soft waves. Amy had her Aaron Evans on her arm, who kept things cool and sporty in a white tee layered under a black, red and white zip-up windbreaker. He teamed the look with black trackpants featuring red stripe detailing down the leg and finished off the ensemble with white sneakers and his signature bling, including a chunky watch and chain. The couple looked every bit the stylish duo on the black carpet. Celebrity trainer Jono cut a casual yet polished figure. Jono opted for a laid-back look, pairing a crisp white singlet with a black open shirt and matching loose-fit trousers. He finished the ensemble with classic white Converse sneakers and a luxury watch, adding a hint of sporty edge to his red carpet appearance. With his trademark groomed beard and a confident smile, the fitness guru was all charm as he posed in front of the film's high-octane backdrop. Also standing out from the pack on the night was model Kate Peck, who stole the show in a striking monochrome ensemble that turned heads the moment she hit the black carpet. The former MTV presenter looked effortlessly cool in a white shirt layered with a black corset top and tailored utility-style pants, completing the look with patent heels and a bold red lip that added a pop of colour. She was joined by F Boy Island sweethearts Nick Brown and Molly O'Halloran, who made a stylish entrance of their own. Nick looked effortlessly cool in an all-white look. Meanwhile Molly brought bold colour to the carpet in a striking red military-inspired mini skirt suit, paired with knee-high patent boots and voluminous curls. The premiere celebrated the upcoming release of F1 (2025), a fast-paced drama directed by Joseph Kosinski (Top Gun: Maverick) and produced by Jerry Bruckheimer, with Hollywood A-lister Brad Pitt in the driver's seat. The film follows a retired Formula 1 driver who returns to the track to mentor a rising star, with scenes shot at real Grand Prix circuits around the world. The production has generated massive buzz among fans for its unprecedented access to F1 events and cutting-edge racing sequences that blur the line between cinema and sport.
News.com.au
17 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News.com.au
Is F1: The Movie any good?
Formula 1 fans have so much access to the sport that a fictional production can't match the real highs of racing. The real thing feels far less predictable than Hollywood's drive to milk corporate sponsors and cash in on F1's popularity. All the parts were in place to make F1: The Movie unforgettable. There were superstar actors in Brad Pitt and Javier Bardem, ably supported by Kerry Condon and Damson Idris. A blockbuster director in Joseph Kosinski, fresh from the success of Top Gun: Maverick. Guidance from racing legend Lewis Hamilton and F1 chief executive Stefano Domenicali to make sure it didn't run off course. And unprecedented access to the drivers, cars, circuits and trackside action that make Formula 1 the pinnacle of motorsport. The last bit is where F1 fans might feel short-changed. F1 used to be elusive and exclusive. Former boss Bernie Ecclestone was a magician who wowed onlookers without revealing his tricks, putting on a show while keeping the audience at a distance. But the sport has thrown open its doors to live broadcasts, social media, Netflix, podcasts and more that take us deep into the world of Grand Prix racing. We've gone from a couple of hours of racing every other week to an unprecedented level of access to racing's cast and crew. Racing fans can consume countless hours of content each week. That's where F1: The Movie differs from Top Gun: Maverick. There's a lot of mystery surrounding fighter pilots, their jets and missions. Top Gun pulls viewers into a world off-limits to civilians. But F1 offers a fictionalised spin on a world its fans are intimately familiar with. Racing fans are spoiled. It's everywhere you look. And its real stories are better than what Hollywood scripted. F1: The Movie is about a struggling team owner (Ruben Cervantes, played by Javier Bardem) who turns to a retired racing star of the 1990s (Sonny Hayes, played by Brad Pitt) in a desperate ploy to win a race. There's friction from young teammate Joshua (played by Damson Idris) and team technical director Kate (played by Kerry Condon), before everyone works together to get their trophy. It's a poor substitute for the real drama of F1. Fans will never forget the career-defining battle between Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton, culminating in the controversy of Abu Dhabi's season finale in 2021. Look at that pair. There's rich material in Verstappen's well-documented struggle with an abusive father, or the way Hamilton's raw talent drove him through adversity. There's Michael Schumacher's tragic skiing accident and his son Mick's ultimately futile drive to follow his path. Or Jack Doohan striving for F1 for his entire life only to be thrown on the scrap heap after half a dozen races. Robert Kubica last week completed a fairytale story by winning the 24 Hours of Le Mans – arguably the world's biggest race – in a Ferrari, years after a near-fatal rally crash prevented him from driving for Ferrari in Formula 1. Hours later, the battle between Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris boiled over in Canada. Piastri, ice-cold, unflappable and inscrutable, went wheel to wheel with a Norris plagued by a lack of confidence in his clearly immense ability. My invitation to the Australian premiere of F1: The Movie included a drive of a $400,000 Mercedes-AMG sports car that features in the film, the opportunity to wear the same $45,000 IWC watch shown on screen, and all the alcohol-free Heineken I could drink. Which isn't much. The best racing movies are underpinned by real stories. Rush (2013) faithfully tells the gripping story of James Hunt and Niki Lauda, pitched in a do-or-die battle with brutal consequences. Ford v Ferrari (2019) has Carroll Shelby and Ken Miles beating the odds to win Le Mans, and the biographical Senna (2010) is told with more care than Kosinski managed. I'd even argue Will Ferrell's silly NASCAR flick Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby (2006) has more heart, humour and audience appeal than a none-too-convincing Brad Pitt trying to climb onto the podium. Sure, the film might give F1 a further bump in popularity. But fans won't find much beyond what they already see on Grand Prix Sundays.
Yahoo
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
After Simone Ashley's Erasure From The 'F1' Movie Sparked A Conversation About Hollywood's Treatment Of Actors Of Color, The Director Has Spoken Out
If you're planning to watch F1: The Movie in hopes of seeing Simone Ashley, then I have some bad news for you. For context, it was announced in July 2024 that Simone had been cast in the highly anticipated Formula 1 movie, which is set in the real-life F1 world and stars Brad Pitt as a veteran driver who comes out of retirement to race alongside a fresh-faced rookie, played by Damson Idris. Simone was seen filming with Damson on numerous occasions, sparking excitement and intrigue as to how their characters might be linked in the film. She's also talked super excitedly about her involvement in the buzzy blockbuster, telling Who What Wear in March that her role had been in the works for a 'long time' and that she felt 'so grateful' to be a part of the project. Related: From Florence Pugh To Zoë Kravitz, Here's All The Celebrities Who Rocked Sheer Or Naked Dresses In fact, as recently as last month, Simone made an appearance in Miami to promote the movie. So, imagine fans' surprise when, just a few weeks later, reports from early screenings suggested that her role was reduced to a seconds-long cameo with no dialogue. Related: Here Are 10 Celebs Who've Publicly Admitted The Reasons Why They Regret Ending Their Marriages The whole thing stirred up a lot of backlash online, sparking discussions about the ways that actors of color have been sidelined in the past. Many fans brought up how all Manny Jacinto's dialogue was cut from Top Gun: Maverick, or how Ambika Mod talked about her post-One Day career versus that of her white costar, Leo Woodall. One widely shared article from Feminegra read: 'This isn't just a disappointment for [Simone's] fans. It's part of a larger, unsettling pattern in Hollywood: casting actors of color with fanfare, then quietly removing them from the spotlight… Simone Ashley's speculated brief appearance in F1 may be brushed off as a creative decision, but it fits too neatly into a wider pattern to ignore.' Amid all this, Simone was noticeably absent from the F1 world premiere in New York last night. But one person who was in attendance was the film's director, Joseph Kosinski, who, as it happens, also made Top Gun: Maverick. When asked by People about Simone's limited role, Joseph confirmed that her storyline was cut from the final edit. 'It happens on every film, where you have to shoot more than you can use. There were two or three storylines that ultimately didn't make into the final cut,' he said. 'But Simone, she's an incredible talent, incredible actress, incredible singer, and I would love to work with her again.' Elsewhere at the premiere, Joseph told Entertainment Tonight that he broke the news to Simone himself and confirmed that her storyline was closely linked to Damson's character. The movie doesn't hit theaters in the US until June 27; however, People confirmed that Simone's part is limited to a brief onscreen appearance with 'no lines of dialogue.' Simone has yet to publicly comment on being cut from the film, although during an interview with Elle earlier this month, she did hint that her role was 'very small.' 'I'm grateful to be in that movie,' she told the outlet. 'I got to experience many Grand Prix. I don't think I'll ever do anything like that again.' What do you make of all this? I have a feeling that fans will have a lot to say… More on this 'Bridgerton' Fans Are Calling Out The Show's Alleged Mistreatment Of Simone Ashley, And It's So ImportantLeyla Mohammed · Feb. 19, 2025 People Are Sharing Their Thoughts On Simone Ashley's "Picture This" And They're DividedAngeline Barion · March 7, 2025 "Bridgerton" Star Simone Ashley Defended Nicola Coughlan Against Body-Shaming In The Most Perfect WayLarry Fitzmaurice · June 22, 2024 Also in Celebrity: If You Get 20/30 On This Difficult '90s Music Quiz, Then You Honestly Know Your Stuff!!! Also in Celebrity: 17 Actors Who Said "No" To Nudity And Sex Scenes Out Of Respect For Their Partners, Families, Religion, And More Also in Celebrity: 22 Absolutely Bonkers Things I've Learned About Old Hollywood Celebs That Made My Jaw Hit The Floor
Daily Mail
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
MAUREEN CALLAHAN: The truth of Brad Pitt cruelly disowning his children that Jennifer Aniston warned us all about it... 20 years ago
Not since Tom Cruise jumped on Oprah 's couch have we seen an A-list star so needlessly destroy their image. But here comes Brad Pitt, out promoting his new movie F1, giving all manner of ugly, personal, and cruel updates regarding his six children — two of whom, per sources, Pitt has now disowned.
Forbes
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Forbes
‘F1: The Movie' Is An Entertaining, But Formulaic Summer Blockbuster
Are you not entertained?! Russell Crowe's Maximus Decimus Meridius shouts at the bloodthirsty crowd gathered in the Roman Coliseum in the 2000 film Gladiator. It's also a reasonable question to ask of the 21st century masses who are still willing to darken the doorways of multiplexes across the country when a suitable spectacle is released by a major film studio. After watching 62-year-old Tom Cruise fighting bad guys in midair on the wings of a bi-plane in Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning, you can now watch 61-year-old Brad Pitt do his own high speed driving in F1: The Movie. Clearly there is something about middle-aged movie stars that pushes them to extremes in an effort to remain in the national zeitgeist. Old stars become new again. Too bad the same can't be said for the movies they are making. Co-writer/director Joseph Kosinski is making a cottage industry out of turning sixty into the new forty for Hollywood leading men. He helmed Cruise's box office juggernaut Top Gun: Maverick, and now he's hoping to trade a fighter plane for a race car and propel Brad Pitt into the box office stratosphere. Despite my somewhat cynical point of view, I'll admit that F1: The Movie is an entertaining piece of popcorn filmmaking. If you see it on an IMAX screen, there's no reason to ever watch it again because the home experience will never do the cinematography and sound design justice. My primary beef with the film is that it's so by-the-numbers. If I give you the log line, 'an over-the-hill driver who never quite reached the top of the heap is recruited to train a headstrong rookie who could be the Best Ever', you can write the rest of the film yourself. Every worn out plot beat is present and accounted for. The veteran racer, Sonny Hayes, was in a terrible accident on the track that cost him his confidence, and he walked away from racing. The young rookie (Damson Idris) is cocky, but hasn't proven himself. The old analog pro trains by simply jogging the track he'll be driving on. The digital youngster has every fancy treadmill and training metric modern science can provide. And, the biggest, most tired plot point? To win … they're going to have to work as a team. There is one place where F1 deviates from standard tropes and betters itself in the process. Oscar nominee Kerry Condon (The Banshess of Inisherin) is onboard as a potential love interest for Pitt, but thankfully she's not in the film for only that purpose. Condon plays Kate, an engineering brain trust who designs and modifies the vehicles being driven by Sonny Hayes and his young protege. It gives Condon more screentime (which is always welcome) and avoids relegating her to the role of the worried supporting female, wringing her hands over the death-defying exploits of her leading man. The film's secret weapon is, of course, no secret. It's Brad Pitt. He brings the same cool dude swagger to veteran racer Sonny Hayes that he gave to Rusty Ryan in 2001's Ocean's 11. In case the younger members of the audience don't know Pitt is still cool, we first meet Sonny with Led Zeppelin's Whole Lotta Love pounding over the soundtrack as he shuffles a deck of cards like Ricky Jay while the camera pans lovingly over his physique and face. I had to chuckle at such a hero-worshipping intro. That moment before the credits even run is emblematic of the film as a whole: it's trying a little too hard. When it chooses between bombast and silence, it chooses the decibels every time. With a running time of two-and-a-half hours, F1 could lose a good twenty minutes without costing it any of its tension or excitement. Toward the beginning of the film, the team owner, Ruben (Javier Bardem), explains that there are nine races remaining in the Formula One season, and his team only needs one win to survive a hostile takeover by its Board of Directors. Are you thinking what I was thinking? Are they really gonna have nine racing sequences in this movie? The answer is almost. They montage their way through about three races and drain everything they can from the other six. It quickly becomes clear there are only so many ways to film a car race. But, Pitt is so damn likable as a performer that you forgive F1: The Movie its excesses, obviousness and repetition. He's a 21st century Steve McQueen or Paul Newman. Both legends played up their ruggedness to avoid being labeled Hollywood pretty boys. It's probably no coincidence that McQueen and Newman were both passionate race car drivers off-screen. They even made their own racing films during their careers: Winning, 1969 (Newman) and Le Mans, 1971 (McQueen). Nothing says 'manly' or 'relevant' like risking death at 200 miles an hour. I turned 56 this year, just a half dozen years behind Brad Pitt. I've seen every film he's made, and I know what a capable actor he is. If you think he's only a pretty face, you haven't been paying attention. I wish he would play more complicated characters. To continue the Newman comparison, I want to see Pitt's Frank Galvin (The Verdict, 1982) or Donald 'Sully' Sullivan (Nobody's Fool, 1994). When his age becomes undeniable, we'll hopefully get those films. Are you not entertained? Yes, for now.
