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March 11, 2026
Why F1 the Movie should win the best picture Oscar
It may not be in pole position, but Brad Pitt and director Joseph Kosinski’s sleek, technically inventive ode to motor racing definitely qualifies for the Academy podium
TL;DR
- The F1 movie is considered a long shot for the best picture Oscar, with odds of 200-1.
- The film is characterized as mainstream, with technology and branding overshadowing human input.
- Historically, the Oscars have struggled with 'popular' films, though Oppenheimer broke this trend.
- F1, while not in the Top 10 box office for 2025, benefits from Brad Pitt's involvement and the global popularity of Formula One.
- The film's main strength lies in its technical innovation, particularly in camera work, aiming to place the audience in the driver's seat.
- Director Joseph Kosinski aimed to replicate the success of 'Top Gun Maverick' with 'F1 the Movie', focusing on sensation delivery.
- The article suggests the film may have already achieved success by securing a nomination, with winning best picture being an unlikely upset.
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