Hamilton Addresses Rumours of F1 Movie Sequel
Jul.4 - Lewis Hamilton has played down early speculation about a sequel to the new 'F1' feature movie.
Millions of fans, insiders and curious movie-goers have now seen the film starring Brad Pitt - and not all are impressed.
"The film offers plenty of adrenaline, but also plenty of kitsch," the Swiss newspaper Blick observed. "And a few jarring scenes.
"The story is superficial, cheesy, and predictable. And for all Formula 1 fans, the bitter aftertaste remains that many key scenes are totally unrealistic."
Nonetheless, as of today, 'F1' has grossed almost $170 million worldwide, and has become Apple Original Films' most successful theatrical release to date - although not yet recouping its huge investment.
Lewis Hamilton's company, Dawn Apollo Films, was involved in production of the movie, and among the seven-time world champion's roles was ensuring authenticity.
It's already being rumoured that there will be a sequel.
"I wouldn't rush into anything," the Ferrari driver said at Silverstone. "That would be the worst thing we could do.
"Most sequels are much worse than the original anyway," the 40-year-old told DPA news agency. "It's been four years of work, so now we should let it simmer for a bit."
However, Hamilton didn't entirely rule whether talks a 'F1 2' have already been taking place.
"If they were, I wouldn't say," he smiled.
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