In the extravagant world of Formula One, where million-dollar machines are discarded without a second thought, there was a baffling incident that left everyone bewildered. The legendary heist that saw a $300,000 diamond disappear forever at the Monaco GP. Well, get ready for another thrilling adventure in the same prestigious setting, but this time, it’s a movie franchise ready to take center stage. Brace yourselves as the world of heists, high-stakes, and luxurious escapades collide with the glamorous world of racing.
The iconic race where the collaboration between the movie “Ocean’s Twelve” and the Ford-owned Jaguar team led to both Jaguar F1 cars adorned with actual diamonds on the track serves as the backdrop for a new prequel. Renowned director Jay Roach reveals his vision for an old-fashioned epic love story disguised as a heist. The Power Duo Returns and no, it’s not Julia Roberts and George Clooney but the reunion of Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling, who are already generating buzz with their upcoming collaboration for the highly anticipated “Barbie” film.
Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling’s ‘OCEANS 11’ prequel movie is an “old-fashioned epic love story/adventure” set during a heist on a yacht at the 1962 Monaco Grand Prix.
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As the legacy of the “Ocean’s” franchise continues, the spotlight now shines on Monaco. Renowned director Jay Roach has expressed his vision for the film, Revealing to APnews he said “The Monaco Grand Prix is the backdrop, and there’s a big famous shipping magnate who has a yacht. It’s not inexpensive. And I wanted it to be old-fashioned. It is a heist movie still, but it’s very much a love story.”
From the prestigious Monte Carlo Casino to the magnificent yachts that dot the harbor, Monaco exudes grandeur and opulence. It is the perfect setting for a story that revolves around high-stakes theft, intertwined with an epic love story that will keep audiences on the edge of their seats.
Monaco’s rich history as a playground for the wealthy, coupled with the allure of the Monaco Grand Prix, sets the stage for an extraordinary cinematic experience. With the “Ocean’s” franchise venturing into this world of love, heists, and racing, audiences can expect a captivating blend of suspense, romance, and thrilling action.
The $300k embellishment on Jaguar at the Monaco GP
In a stunning display of opulence, the Ford-owned Jaguar team decided to embellish their F1 cars with actual diamonds during the Monaco Grand Prix. Yes, real diamonds. Mark Webber and Christian Klien piloted the cars, each with a $300,000 diamond set into the front nose. It was a spectacle unlike anything seen before.
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However, tragedy struck when Klien’s car crashed, obliterating the carbon fiber nosecone but leaving the diamond intact. What happened to the precious gem after the crash remains a perplexing mystery, as Jaguar team officials were unable to access the track until hours later. The fate of the diamond, whether it was found by a fortunate track marshal or forever lost amidst the chaos of the Monaco GP, the mystery remains.
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Combining the allure of the Monaco Grand Prix, the romance of an epic love story, and the suspense of a high-stakes heist, this film is set to captivate audiences and leave them craving more.