Red Bull gave us the freedom to explore art direction in a way that felt authentic to the high-octane, visually bold world of Formula 1, while still pushing the envelope on how it could be portrayed cinematically. Our immediate inspiration? Vintage race posters. We proposed a post-modern aesthetic, blending the nostalgic charm of classic racing visuals with a modern, refined twist that echoed Red Bull’s brand identity and the Miami Grand Prix’s modern energy.
The director Nick Schrunk, wanted to incorporate some easter eggs for fans to decipher on their own. And the UIs we built took reddit threads by storm.
We took a deep dive into the world of vintage racing posters, pulling from their bold typography, dynamic layouts, and vibrant color palettes, while integrating a modern edge to align with Red Bull’s visual language. The entire project embraced a post-modern movie poster aesthetic—from the title sequences to the location identifiers, everything was designed to feel larger-than-life.
Our location identifiers, which introduced the audience to iconic spots like NYC and the Everglades, were full-screen takeovers featuring blocky, modern typography. Through blending modes, we allowed these location texts to bleed into the background visuals, making them feel like an integrated part of the race itself, rather than simple overlays. This gave the film a seamless, immersive quality.