First of all, let me say that the film is of course not about the famous auto racing competition, but about a pretty successful German television show back then that focused on music for the most part, the disco scene that includes acts and performers like Nena. And just like she got her own movie, so does Formel Eins. It runs for slightly over 90 minutes and is one of the most known works by director Wolfgang Büld, who is also one of the writers here. There is a bit of a behind-the-scenes feeling to this one as many performers in here play themselves such as host Ingolf Lück, but also talented singers like Meat Loaf or Falco. You can of course argue how good they are when it comes to acting, but the fact that they are still themselves probably saves them a bit. However, one group who isn't saved at all are the "Toten Hosen", one of Germany's defining rock music bands for ages. And while I am not a great fan of their music either, I must say their acting is even on a completely other level of how shockingly bad it is. They come off like clowns to be honest not hitting a single right note, but constantly being over the top and they aren't even in many scenes, but they are so bad that it leaves a lasting impression.
Besides that, there is also a story of course. It is about a young woman played by Sissy Keiling who dreams of becoming a star and performing on the show in the title. It is a bit generic, stereotypical and expected and while Kelling is easy on the eyes and probably a better actor than most people in here, her talent when it comes to music is highly questionable. The ending that was supposed to be so spectacular, maybe even touching, was absolutely nothing good at all and it makes me think of this film even lower than I did after seeing everything before that. Of course, there is a lot more music than at the ending only, but this is obvious to everybody who sees the cast list. Finally, I can only say that this film does not get me motivated at all to take a look again at the famous show. I think people who loved the show back then may get back some nice memories by watching these 1.5 hours. Everybody else, however, will not see the appeal at all I am afraid and this includes myself. It's mostly loud and over the top and not in a good way. I don't recommend the watch. Thumbs down.
Besides that, there is also a story of course. It is about a young woman played by Sissy Keiling who dreams of becoming a star and performing on the show in the title. It is a bit generic, stereotypical and expected and while Kelling is easy on the eyes and probably a better actor than most people in here, her talent when it comes to music is highly questionable. The ending that was supposed to be so spectacular, maybe even touching, was absolutely nothing good at all and it makes me think of this film even lower than I did after seeing everything before that. Of course, there is a lot more music than at the ending only, but this is obvious to everybody who sees the cast list. Finally, I can only say that this film does not get me motivated at all to take a look again at the famous show. I think people who loved the show back then may get back some nice memories by watching these 1.5 hours. Everybody else, however, will not see the appeal at all I am afraid and this includes myself. It's mostly loud and over the top and not in a good way. I don't recommend the watch. Thumbs down.