Synopsis
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Here’s a quick, spoiler-heavy recap of Ferrari (2023):
Set in the summer of 1957, the film follows Enzo Ferrari as he confronts a cascade of personal and business crises. His wife Laura is grieving the loss of their only son Dino, while Enzo is secretly fathering an illegitimate son Piero with his mistress Lina Lardi, who demands recognition for their child.
Professionally, the Ferrari company is near financial collapse. To survive: Enzo needs to drastically increase production and seeks a financial partner or deal—while also owning full control of the firm (Laura holds half the shares).
Enzo gambles everything on the Mille Miglia race—a treacherous, 1000-mile Italian road endurance event. If the racing team wins, the prestige can help secure the future of the company.
During the race, tragedy strikes: driver Alfonso de Portago, choosing speed over safety by refusing a tire change, crashes. The accident kills him, his navigator, and several spectators, including children. In the aftermath, Enzo faces media blame, legal scrutiny, and a crisis in his reputation.
To keep the company afloat, Laura reluctantly signs over control of her shares to Enzo—but when she does, she insists he delay giving Piero the Ferrari name until after her death. Enzo accepts. The film ends with him bringing Piero to the grave of his late son Dino, acknowledging that despite all the turmoil and loss, the Ferrari legacy continues.