Lewis Hamilton has expressed that he does not want to rush into creating a sequel to the successful F1 movie, which has grossed $393 million worldwide. The seven-time World Champion, who also served as a producer on the film, emphasized the importance of taking time to reflect before moving forward with another installment.
Following the film’s impressive box office performance, Hamilton highlighted the need for careful consideration rather than immediate action, drawing parallels with how Formula 1 itself analyzes its own processes before making major decisions.
The star cast and Hamilton’s role behind the scenes
The movie’s leading actor, Brad Pitt, recently shared on the Beyond the Grid podcast that he thoroughly enjoyed working on the film, stating he had “the time of my life” during production and mentioned the possibility of a sequel. Hamilton, however, remains measured about such prospects despite the enthusiasm around the film.
Behind the camera, Hamilton was deeply involved to ensure the racing sequences authentically captured the reality of Formula 1, striving for accuracy throughout every stage of production. His hands-on approach helped the filmmakers deliver a product that resonates with fans of the sport.
When questioned about ongoing talks for a sequel, Hamilton responded cautiously:
“Well, if I had, I wouldn’t be telling you right now, firstly. But no, I saw someone talk about it, but we literally just finished it, so I think the last thing we want right now is a sequel.”
Reflecting on the filmmaking journey and next steps
The movie took four years to complete, requiring significant commitment from everyone involved, particularly director Joe Kosinski. Hamilton noted that the project demanded time away from family and personal life and emphasized the importance of allowing the film’s success to settle before contemplating a follow-up.
“I think the worst thing we probably could do is to rush into doing a sequel,”
Hamilton said. He acknowledged the common experience of sequels often failing to live up to the original and insisted that any future film must improve upon what has been achieved.
Hamilton also shared his request to the team to conduct a thorough review of the production.
“I’ve asked them to do a debrief. So let’s review what we did, what we could have done better,”
he explained.
I don’t know if they ever do that in the movie business, but it’s something obviously I’ve learned from here and so I’m just trying to apply that to future programmes that I do.
—Lewis Hamilton, Seven-time World Champion
Importance of quality over speed for potential sequels
Hamilton’s cautious stance reflects his desire to maintain the integrity and quality of the story told through the film. By avoiding haste, the filmmakers can nurture creative developments that may lead to an even stronger sequel in the future.
The current approach aligns with practices in Formula 1, where continuous assessment and learning from experience guide progress. Hamilton’s involvement both as a sports icon and producer suggests that any further steps will focus on enhancing authenticity and delivering a compelling narrative.
With the original film now established as Apple’s most successful movie and one of the top grossing films of the year, fans and the industry alike will be watching closely to see if and when a sequel emerges, following Hamilton’s call for thoughtful consideration before proceeding.
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