There have been very few films and series releases recently given the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strike. However, a new movie has just premiered at the International Venice Film Festival, and our very own Dr. Derek Shepherd, played by Patrick Dempsey, has been stealing the spotlight at the premiere. ‘Ferrari‘ is a new sports biography starring Dempsey.
While the lead role of Enzo Ferrari is essayed by Adam Driver, fans want to know which role Patrick Dempsey is playing in the movie. That is what we will take a look into today.
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‘Ferrari’: Which Role Is Patrick Dempsey Playing?
Recently, Patrick Dempsey and Adam Driver were spotted looking dapper at the Venice Film Festival. Dempsey wore a tuxedo by Brunello Cucinelli as he walked the red carpet. The cast of ‘Ferrari’ won many hearts at the premiere.
So which role is Patrick Dempsey playing in ‘Ferrari’? Reportedly he is portraying the Italian Formula One driver Piero Taruffi. Taruffi is known for winning the 1952 Swiss Grand Prix and finishing 3rd in the 1952 World Drivers’ Championship.
Patrick Dempsey even dyed his hair a silvery blonde for the role. Piero Taruffi is one of the most legendary F1 drivers out there with five podium finishes. He even has a museum dedicated to him in Italy.
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All About ‘Ferrari’
Directed by Michael Mann, ‘Ferrari’ is a biographical sports thriller movie. The movie recently premiered at the Venice Film festival and is scheduled to be released in America on 25 December.
The movie takes a look into the world of Formula One and racing. It is based on the 1991 biography ‘Enzo Ferrari: The Man and the Machine’. The biography has been written by motorsport journalist Brock Yates. The movie features an impressive cast. It includes Adam Driver as Enzo Ferrari. Other cast members are Penélope Cruz, Shailene Woodley, Gabriel Leone, Sarah Gadon, Jack O’Connell, Patrick Dempsey, Michele Savoia and many more.
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