'Ford v Ferrari' Stars Christian Bale & Matt Damon on Shooting Intense Racing Scenes

Christian Bale and Matt Damon, stars of the upcoming movie "Ford v Ferrari," revealed how they filmed the epic racing sequences. The actors said they used replicas of classic racecars to film, and director James Mangold said he shot the scenes to make the audience feel like they're in the driver's seat.
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[@Viperoliver]

I just finished watching this movie a few minutes ago , GO SEE THIS MOVIE When it Drops ! , 10/10 ! Bravo Boys !

[@Skoora]

Just saw it too and it was terrific. Bale again transforms and is fantastic. Definitely worth the big screen for the driving scenes. Really like the way it was shot. No hyper-editing where you can’t tell what’s happening.

[@waterpenny6907]

It’s a good film.

[@TheAndre8900]

''HAPPY BILL?!''

[@abdullahosmani13]

I suggest it too, to the person reading replies to this comments. go watch it!!!

[@harrisonwestley7537]

InstaBlaster...

[@AndikaRPutra-hl7ix]

You got DiCaprio and Pitt with Bale and Damon. What a year (Year of Legendary Pairing!)

[@ninoorjonikidze6420]

Andika R. Putra Deniro and Pacino from Scorsese’s Irishman! 2020 Oscar’s will be mindblowing

[@AndikaRPutra-hl7ix]

@@ninoorjonikidze6420 yes!

[@Brydigan94]

nino orjonikidze don’t forget Pesci

[@ghorbani]

let's see bale and pitt

[@seanbillington3287]

I think you mean to say "DiCaprio with Pitt" AND "Bale with Damon"

[@NadiaIman1180]

Just watched the movie, every second of the movie is fascinating, every moment is phenomenal. As someone who doesn’t understand car, I find this movie enjoyable and easy to understand. Carroll Shelby and Ken Miles are legend!

[@usamachinist]

@Águila701 Take a chill pill, she doesn't know much about race cars or the mechanics of them!

[@AladeenofWadiya1]

Nadia Iman what’s your Instagram? You cute

[@elontusk8018]

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[@saifmahmudishtiakshushaan462]

This movie is a whole lot more than just a sports movie. 2.5 hrs of pure joy. Bale as like ALWAYS , never fails to impress, not to mention the stellar supporting cast. Highly recommended!

[@tmseh]

I can't wait for this film. These two guys are awesome actors and the whole cast is top notch. The history is epic.

[@Davido50]

All we buy are Fords! They never gave up there racing heritage.

[@mayank1911]

When you got Bale and Damon and the punisher together you know even if it does not turn out to be a legendary one you are going to watch it anyway.

[@lynnielouwhothebomb]

M S Bale and Damon and Bernthal ;)

[@lemonlime4333]

Batman, punisher, and Bourne. I think I’m gonna like this movie.

[@K-One582]

Just seeing Jon's face makes me miss Punisher and Daredevil :(

[@OmoruyiOmofonmwan]

Directed by the same guy who did Logan.

[@GorcStew]

but none of them are beating the shit out of people :( lol

[@thebatmanwhoposts9600]

Hell yeah!

[@m9ch15l]

Batman, punisher, and loki ;)

[@keepingupwiththehalsteads805]

the director of the film gave a great IndieWire interview about the film and Bale, one great quote: '' I felt the role was close to Bale [who starred in Mangold’s "3:10 to Yuma"], and prayed he would do it. He’s a model to me of artistic perseverance and flexibility. He'll text you with thoughts and free associations about the character. It's all incredible food. He’s a wonderful father, loving husband, great friend. He’s not interested in being famous. He drives a pickup truck, he’s grounded in the world, he raced motorcycles but had to stop when he got hurt, when he had kids. There are so many parts of Ken in Christian, who’s a perfectionist. He’s trying to achieve something for himself. It's magical to direct someone like that because they draw you into their own idealism. You feel that energy; it permeates the set. ''

[@michaelhaverty541]

Definitely a fan of Director James Mangold. FYI i used to chauffeur, and drove James Mangold around several times, him and his wife Kathy are some of the nicest people you’ll ever meet. Can’t wait to see this ONE !

[@Evanderj]

Jeff Mattel what’s wrong with you, Jeff?

[@midlifebiker7424]

Mr Bale is a master actor, even down to his "Brummie" accent. Enjoy your cuppa Tea, H-A-P-P-Y...

[@senik64]

this movie is way better than i have even expected, breathtaking performance by Christian Bale

[@drslothlehoff806]

Oh. Bale rediscovered his British accent.

[@samuela9245]

lol

[@taliahernandez940]

Welsh, but I see your point lol!

[@Jabber-ig3iw]

Which one, it changes by the day.

[@djelalniyazi4090]

@@taliahernandez940 thats a londoner mate

[@zombieninjasquirrel]

Talia Hernandez Christian Bale was born in Haverfordwest, Wales, to English parents.

[@pandoranbias1622]

"My name is Carol Shelby and performance is my business."

[@boogiedownbronx73]

Christian literally just walked out of the Civil War

[@hairypancake4425]

FunkyDoolittle he really might...Who knows he’s Bale.

[@dimsum2497]

I appreciate this comment

[@somguy728]

A lif

[@JordanRx8]

Read romans 10:9

[@JordanRx8]

Jesus loves you

[@axlslak]

When Christian Bale said TOP drivers from across the world... I only heard the stig was involved. Went ahead and checked, yes, Ben Collins is in this movie... so CB wasn't BSing.

[@shafiqahhudabintetamin7806]

The Stig is really in this?! Yes!

[@cautionTosser]

wait what? this just keeps getting better... sweet soundtrack too

[@Geda.gede.gada.gadaoo]

The stig is a pretty good driver but he isnt like some the best in the world. Best in the world would mostly be f1, dtm and other gt drivers, drivers who really are fast. (past and present drivers)

[@jannadrielcervo7753]

@@Geda.gede.gada.gadaoo You dare to underestimate Ben Collins. A. K. A. The Stig. As if you can drive a Formula One, a DTM, and a rally car fast like him. Isn't that enough that he is labelled as a Top Driver by Christian Bale? If not I don't know what else is.

[@Geda.gede.gada.gadaoo]

@@jannadrielcervo7753 hes a great driver and i respect him but hes not even close to the guys i have mentioned. And yeah now hes not as fast cause hes old

[@stevefowler2112]

I own a Porsche 911 Turbo but am an old Ford guy and can't wait for this movie...for those that don't know, Bale plays Ken Miles who was Shelby's top driver who Shelby insisted be on the GT40 team when he signed on to take over the GT40 program (Holman and Moody also ran a parallel team with Ford factory backing). Not only was Ken a fantastic driver but Shelby also credited him with "inventing" the parts and process that enabled them to change the GT40 brake rotors in a 30 second pit stop. Shelby said without that the heavier GT40 which went thru 7 sets of rotors during a Le Mans 24 hour race would have never beat the Ferrari's or Porsches.

[@dukecraig2402]

Ken Miles was also a tank commander in the British army during WW2.

[@oldcat87]

Next movie: Tesla v Porsche

[@tobiasv5370]

Nice to see Patrick Bateman hanging up with McDermond again

[@wonka3209]

That`s what I have thougt immediately! I just couldn`t remember the name of Josh Lucas`s character. Anyway it seems like he is one of few survivors )

[@dukecraig2402]

If you hear Huey Lewis music RUN!!!

[@christobalev3246]

Alex Thomson Bullshit that’s Paul Allen I just had dinner with him at Dorsia 👿👿

[@dackokings]

Bale has learned that part of winning an Oscar is not just about acting in a film, but acting as if you have heard each mundane question for the first time....dozens of times...while also pretendong to be thrilled about it.

[@zk560]

I'm so happy they made a movie about this.

[@1943Petros]

Bale & Damon: perfect match! You could see their enthusiasm when they wove the Flags at this past year’s Indy 500

[@baboom007]

Christian was bourne to be Batman

[@brandonar868]

And Damon Bourne to be Bourne LOL

[@30AndHatingIt]

I see what you did there...

[@tanb9304]

Probably the best movie I have seen in a very long time. My hubby is an absolute car fanatico but I didn't go with him - I went with my bestie! This is such an awesome, awesome film. Depiction of Ken Miles is spot on - Christian Bale and Matt Damon (Carroll Shelby) just fab.

[@Sam_AMG]

For me this was movie of the year! (2019) I enjoyed it so much, I'm going to the cinema again tomorrow to watch it again

[@alexanderlongeval9701]

I've just seen the movie and I absolutely loved it! Great film allround and I really recommend it to everybody!

[@ENTERTAINtheDUDE]

Nice to see Batman and Robin together finally ;)

[@joemckim1183]

More like Batman and Jason Bourne. Don't insult Bourne by insinuating a role that Damon missed out on over a bad ass great role he actuallly did get.

[@joemckim1183]

​@Teth Adam It's a shame that Affleck got that role when Damon was really better for it. But that movie came out about the same time as Bourne Identity so if there any sort of conflict and he had to choose glad that he made Bourne instead.

[@antona.8659]

For those who didn't get it, the joke refers to a rumor from 2014, when Ben Affleck was cast as Batman, that said that Matt Damon might play Robin. (Which was ridiculous, because Damon is older than Affleck.)

[@joemckim1183]

@@antona.8659 Okay. I was referring to Matt Damon auditoning for Robin in the 90's but them going with Chris O'Donnell instead.

[@MGBguy72]

I am an old car guy (67) who knows this story. This is a great story well told ! Highly recommended!

[@kushbalaji1019]

Bale, Damon, and Bernthal were like really great actors in this movie. When Matt Damon played Caroll Shelby and taught his partner Ken Miles to do racing is really cool. I love how the movie was made when Christian Bale practiced and trained for this race and he won every single one of them.

[@thomaschristopherwhite9043]

If this is as good as Rush, I'm down.

[@sandraworden6862]

Better than Rush?... Impossible...

[@drvanski]

Better than Rush. I saw both at TIFF.

[@cey1]

Rush was legendary. Man.. that film was incredible!!

[@gillri]

Its better but only just, very close

[@kanthector]

Not better than rush to be frank, but the next best. Saw it yesterday

[@alansmith7626]

absolutely astounding casting to me, so many of the characters seemed like even looked like the people they were portraying, still amazes me

[@butterscotchtoast3712]

Bale and lucus make a mini American psycho reunion

[@averyweber9416]

way too late

[@NastiMarvasti]

Vincent Vega oh my god. It even has a watermark.

[@santosybrujos]

let’s see paul allen’s car

[@193322009]

As a former race driver I just had to take some friends and wife to see it, in Mtn. View, CA. I have seen just about all race movies ever made and believe me, this one is in the very top group! I've driven both the 289 c.i. and 427 c.i. Cobras and felt that the small block was super sweet. I spun the 427 during practice at Vacaville, CA.

[@NinaC]

What a great interview! Thanks for this! So excited for the movie

[@Buck1954]

I remember seeing the Grand Prix when I was a kid. They had cameras on the cars. There were people all over the theater leaning with the cars with death grips on the theater seats.

[@StasComoestas]

Brilliant interview also amazing movie 👍👍👍

[@kanthector]

After Rush, this is the best racing movie which I saw yesterday. Go for it guys

[@dukainmanning7246]

I'm happy I got to see it in the theater. Then I got it the day it came out on Amazon. Having been stationed in Germany, I really wanted to go to this race. It's a great story, man and machine, family and friends, and of course the rivals.

[@caudillo9468]

Freaking loved the movie, Christian Bale was spot-on on acting, great cast, great movie in general.

[@jsavak99]

Mangold always delivers...A must see for me

[@hii9918]

As the end of 2019 approaches, Hollywood suprises us with some good movies- once upon a time in Hollywood, Ad Astra, Joker, Ford vs Ferrari, The light house, Terminator-Dark fate.

[@liam9367]

The Irishman is coming next year aswell

[@morangoatomic997]

And Knives Out, everyone is saying it’s a great movie.

[@vippsmillennial6336]

Wait...why the last one??

[@hii9918]

@@vippsmillennial6336 I thought though Terminator- dark fate is not in the same league as other movies mentioned above as far as winning an oscar is concerned, but given the director of the movie- Tim miller(Deadpool), and James Cameron as producer, the dark fate is going to be one of the best in its genre.

[@vippsmillennial6336]

@@hii9918 Kid...you're in for a disappointment!

[@juangallego7197]

Seriously, how stunning Caitriona is... I had seen her a lot on Outlander, but she's just absolutely gorgeous. On another note, when you realize it's Batman and Jason Bourne fighting...

[@ashas7730]

Haven't been to the theater in more than 5 years. Im going for this!

[@msrobyn82]

I love Matt D and Christian B. Great actors and hopefully a great movie.

[@1908Rick]

I worked on the crew for a film several years ago, and I would have LOVED to be on this crew. What a trip.

[@dukecraig2402]

I can't wait to see this movie, but the story they should have told is the one of Max Balchowsky and his car Old Yeller II, they were beating Ferrari, Jaguar, Aston Martin, Alfa Romero, and all the other European sports cars in road racing before the GT40, Carroll Shelby, Dan Gurney and a host of other drivers drove Old Yeller II in races themselves, it sent ALL the European cars back across the Atlantic with their tails between their legs including the Maserati Birdcage that was supposed to be the most advanced race car in the world at the time. Max and his wife Ina built the car themselves in their garage without any corporate money or help and used a Buick Nailhead engine in it, it was constructed entirely from used parts scrounged from junk yards. Max is also the guy who prepped the 2 Mustang's and 3 Chargers for the movie Bullitt along with many other cars for movies, hopefully one day they'll tell his story.

[@shelleykbooker8781]

PS It's a Brummie Accent he's using, and softened as Ken Mile's accent had after living in The States- If he went full Brummie, US Audiences would need a translator- #FunFact I took Christian B. to Magic Mountain when he was a teenager ;) SO proud of his achievements!!

[@ashhiz4350]

Beautiful Caitriona Balfe

[@dawnchristensen7492]

RIP Ken Miles.🌹

[@spottercorp]

I would any day go for Bale & Damon than Leo & Pitt maybe its just me 😅

[@jessiewalker6918]

Christian Bale, one of the greatest actors who actually understands that he is only acting, it's not real, it's make believe, Tom Cruise should take notes

[@normalviewer740]

It was cool to see them drive around on the set

[@tmseh]

Please tell me Steve McQueen has a character cameo.

[@CancerNoir]

Can you explain the word 'cameo' for me i always hear people say it but i dunno the meaning of it

[@tmseh]

@@CancerNoir It's like an Easter egg. Another actor or public figure appears in a movie scene, usually brief. Stan Lee appearing in the Marvel movies is a good example. While Steve McQueen passed away many years ago he was very active in sports car and motorcycle racing back then.

[@CancerNoir]

@@tmseh you're a life saver thanks man

[@joemckim1183]

@@tmseh He already got his "cameo" in the Cars Pixar franchise.

[@craigyirush3492]

Why would he? He had nothing to do with this story.

[@onekingtoburnemall.7172]

Caitriona Balfe is an under rated actress. She can speak excellent French and her British accent is perfect though she's Irish. She's gorgeous too but I think her height is often an obstacle in her getting more big screen roles.

[@DWizzle0007]

I wasn't keen on seeing the movie at first then I finally watched it and it didn't disappoint. Great film and great story.

[@georgebennig3891]

Great story of two very real men. Importantly portrayed with excellence of the cast and two leading men. Thank you !

[@judypratt2868]

Bravo to letting the actors speak !

[@tarzanx5113]

Everytime when you see christian bale cast on movie know it's will be so great and awesome .

[@fazdoll]

I'm hoping for an Oscar nom for Sound and Sound editing. The sound guys are what really made this movie.

[@30AndHatingIt]

This and Midway are pretty much the only two films I'm gonna see this year.

[@JayWelton92]

1917 looks a lot better than Midway in my opinion, not that they are that similar or need to be compared, but in terms of history and war films, America winning WW2 all by themselves has been done to death.

[@30AndHatingIt]

@@JayWelton92 Anti-Americanism is getting to the point now where if anything American is even simply referenced, it's automatically bitched about and accused of grandstanding. The film covers a legitimate historical event. You would prefer the film be made into alternate universe flick with a twist where the US loses? Or manipulated to serve the agenda of the growing horde of revisionist history filth peddling assholes on the internet whos job is to mercilessly downplay or discredit anything America ever accomplished in order to "take the US down a peg" at all costs? Or maybe you just prefer the film was never made? This shit is getting out of control, whether passive aggressive like in this case or brazen and out in the open, if a film covering a historical event involving the US simply being made is enough to irk certain people...

[@JayWelton92]

@@30AndHatingIt Literally every word of that reply is irrelevant and over-exaggerated. It has nothing to do with "anti-Americanism". I realise it covers a historical event, that isn't the point, it's how a lot of American film makers portray said events that puts a lot of people off or makes them not that interested in seeing it. I actually do want to see Midway, I am just personally looking forward to 1917 more in terms of war films coming out soon. No need to get all hot and bothered over it. Relax.

[@30AndHatingIt]

@@JayWelton92 For context purposes, you should see the fucking asinine "conversation" I'm having with someone else regarding this subject right now. Just caught me at the wrong time man, all good.

[@Goxilla]

What a cast. Having Bernthal in a supporting role makes this film a must watch and then the shapeshifting Batman and Kimmel´s homeboy make it even better

[@Jatt-Lad]

Brilliant Movie every moment is awesome, Bale is the Best actor out there are by far 👍👍👍

[@jay4988]

Absolutely brilliant! can’t wait 👌

[@MT-lq9fq]

Great acting one of the best race movies iv seen in years Christian ploys a great Pom

[@cyclonus01]

i just remembered Josh Lucas was in American Psycho with Bale.

[@dukecraig2402]

I guess he didn't chop him up since he's in this movie.

[@dragonstone6594]

Hope it's as good as Rush.

[@bmc5180]

@4:28....What size is that t-shirt, extra-medium?

[@jasonjones3694]

🤣🤣 just saw that part right before I read this comment

[@venu6286]

Came here to cure my post movie depression by convincing myself that it was just a film and these guys were actors

[@philipgates988]

Did Paul Newman ever race in the Lemans 24 hours?

[@gimmeshelter1969]

Yes, in 1979. He finished 2nd in a Porsche 935.

[@jimmymcconnie4954]

In Christian Bale's next movie he will transform his body to become a bomb detonator disguised as a calculator for a new action packed thriller!!😮

[@pierrehorak2167]

great cast movie was perfect.... good job

[@Zlord3]

Favourite actors 👍❤️

[@AA-qb7ni]

This year is a good year for movies.

[@hawkdsl]

It's been a long time sense a car movie has been a major block buster (Smokey and the Bandit?).. this movie is gonna be huge.

[@nicholasr6381]

Richard Hammond from grand tour did a great story on this subject

[@Anorak1795]

Nicholas R actually it was captain slow but same show

[@nicholasr6381]

Brenden sutton apologies, I remember it being a great tribute

[@Anorak1795]

Nicholas R no worries... and yes it was a great tribute

[@carlocalderon3659]

I have a feeling Christian Bale isn’t method acting in this movie.

[@fadhlanarmon3670]

Carlo Vs Gaming Man He was never raised in london but he has a THICK london accent, I guess he’s been method acting all his life

[@Matty_UK]

@@fadhlanarmon3670 His parents have London accents.

[@Matty_UK]

@Swift Eagle Bale says himself that he is English and that he doesn't identify with the Welsh.

[@albertmccoy9639]

Cant wait to see this movie

[@MotoBeam]

I think mr damon harvard alumini had really brought a cutting edge to the role....where as bale's consistance has really brought another level to the story....a much deserving oscar i think....an american version of the story where as italian version of enzo ferrari is a bit different for sure....but i respect both versions of story.

[@dalegroves1918]

The men portrayed in this movie are legends, it has to be tough to pull off the real character these men had.

[@Cobrastarzz1]

Last time i saw John Lucas he was really really high up in the air and going really really fast...

[@josephalonsabe7633]

did anyone else thing that was gaten matarazzo

[@harshchoudhary9623]

i cant admire Bale's mustache enough

[@sarizonana]

Can’t wait for it, I’m not a car racing fan but I loved Rush watched it so many times and this seems to be equally good

[@dawnchristensen7492]

4:10!! that scene cracks me up every single time! lol

[@ryiin]

Josh Lucas isn't dead.

[@MindDezign]

Love This I can not WAIT!

[@ipi223]

Bale and motorsport can only be good! he have the spirit of a hardcore racer!

[@coffeemanray]

A lot more car culture centric compared to new Fast and Furious offerings

[@flachzange23]

I hope they have the real sound of the GT40. Goosbumps!

[@littlebigjohn69]

im been following formula 1 and lemans for years and that type of racing is heart ranching and the drivers are in top shape more so than american football players mentally and physically .

[@horvathszilveszter]

Two of my favorite actors. Gotta see the movie. Plus, I drive a Ford myself.

[@alpeena]

your ford is not the same..lol

[@horvathszilveszter]

@@alpeena well, there ain't no much use of a gt40 in daily driving.

[@alpeena]

@@horvathszilveszter Id take it....lol ..... they did homologate it , so street cars were sold

[@englishmaninfrance661]

I've got it on DVD . It's totally brilliant and Matt & Christian are perfectly cast . It is the dogs bollocks

[@mohammedouallal2]

Man that moustache ! Wondering how he deals with food...?

[@sw1wc6xq3z]

Ferrari side by Driver : Brad Pitt Engineer : Leonardo Dicaprio

[@sw1wc6xq3z]

James Mangold had previously filmed the movie Wolverine Samurai at Tomonoura in Fukuyama, Hiroshima, Japan.

[@11LK]

I hope there won’t be split second scenes in this movie. I can’t wait to see..

[@copperlobo2536]

I always forget Bale is english, it's funny to here him with the accent.

[@joshpemberton8128]

Copper Lobo his accent has gone through so many phases in his career. The man is a chameleon

[@tess98y]

I love Noah's sense of style ! he's so rock 'n roll😍. Some people in the comments are really bigots damn let him express himself as he likes

[@melshanewl9294]

wow,, the vision of Director is great

[@dylanvaughan8056]

Bateman and McDermott!

[@joemckim1183]

Nah, Bourne in this situation if you're talking about an action movie. I mean I love Rounders but I can't put that role over Bourne. Heck I think thata I would put Private Ryan or Will Hunting ahead of it too.

[@EnginAtik]

If they didn’t speak a word in this movie, just built cars and raced them I would still watch it.