Dom Dolla hits the big screen with a pulse-racing debut for the Formula 1 movie
No Room for a Saint is the latest track from Dom Dolla. This widescreen, slow-burning anthem was written specifically for the upcoming Formula 1 movie starring Brad Pitt. Moody, cinematic, and emotionally charged, it’s the first time the Australian producer has stepped into the world of official soundtrack work. And it lands hard.
This isn’t festival bait. There are no towering drops or big-room breakdowns. Instead, the track floats on haunting vocals from Nathan Nicholson and tense, reverb-soaked builds. On YouTube, Dom called it “not for my DJ sets… best consumed on a car stereo 🛣 hope you guys dig it.” He’s not wrong — this thing belongs on asphalt.
Made for the movie, not the rave
Dom Dolla’s usual signature — warehouse grooves and dancefloor energy — is all but absent here. No Room for a Saint was purpose-built for the F1 film, and that context shapes every second. Think road movie tension, not mainstage euphoria.
Written exclusively for the as-yet-untitled F1 movie, the track forms part of a broader official soundtrack curated by Apple Original Films. Directed by Joseph Kosinski (Top Gun: Maverick) and produced by Jerry Bruckheimer, the movie stars Brad Pitt as a former F1 driver pulled back into the sport. It hits cinemas worldwide on June 25, 2025, with a full soundtrack compilation expected to drop alongside the film.
While Dom hasn’t confirmed whether the track will be released as a standalone single outside the compilation, it’s already making waves. The track’s YouTube premiere racked up tens of thousands of views within hours, bolstered by hype around the film and its high-stakes score.
Less house, more Hollywood
There’s a deliberate sense of control here. Dom Dolla dials everything back — holding tension with choral pads, minimalist percussion, and a soft-focus mix that builds atmosphere instead of pressure. The vocal performance by Nicholson is key: emotional, cinematic, and just abstract enough to let the track serve a visual narrative.
If you’re used to hearing Dom’s tunes dropped at peak hour, this one might feel like a curveball. But in the context of a feature film — especially one set in the hyper-dramatic world of Formula 1 — it clicks. The music doesn’t lead; it supports. And that shift in perspective makes all the difference.
Soundtrack work suits him
This move into soundtrack territory might seem like a left turn for Dom, but it makes perfect sense. His production style — clean, spacious, emotionally detailed — lends itself to bigger canvases. Film scoring requires a different ear: space, nuance, and an understanding of pacing. No Room for a Saint shows he’s got that in spades.
With more artists straddling the worlds of club culture and cinema (think Daniel Avery, Jon Hopkins, or even Kaytranada’s film syncs), Dom Dolla’s leap into this space feels both timely and genuine. He’s not just licensing old tracks — he’s writing to picture. That’s a big deal.
From Red Rocks to the silver screen
It’s been a massive year and a half for Dom Dolla. In 2024, he set an all-time attendance record at Denver’s Red Rocks, pulling over 20,000 fans across two sold-out nights.
No Room for a Saint might not go off in his usual DJ sets. But that’s the point. It’s a bold move into a new space, a showcase of range, and a sign of bigger ambitions to come. With global eyes on the F1 movie this summer, Dom Dolla just landed a serious spot on the cultural grid.
Watch the movie trailer below.
Trailer Courtesy of Warner Brothers via you tube
With the F1 movie set to hit cinemas worldwide on June 25, 2025, Dom Dolla’s contribution is already generating buzz. The official F1 movie website confirms the release, with Dom’s track “No Room for a Saint” featured on the film’s original soundtrack.
Dom Dolla’s “No Room for a Saint” is unlikely to tear up dancefloors in its current form — but that’s by design. Created specifically for F1 The Movie, the track trades club-ready drops for cinematic depth, pairing Nathan Nicholson’s haunting vocals with a restrained, moody production.
It’s a deliberate pivot from Dom’s usual festival anthems, showcasing a more introspective, emotional side. While it may not dominate DJ sets, the track could carve out lasting impact as a soundtrack staple — particularly if the film hits big. Either way, it adds a new layer to Dom Dolla’s profile, proving he’s not just a producer, but a composer with serious range.
For more on Dom Dolla’s latest projects, tour dates, and releases, head to his official website.
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