Controversial Trump Film 'The Apprentice' Premieres Amid Political Tensions
The movie explores Donald Trump's early years under mentor Roy Cohn, facing backlash and legal challenges ahead of its release.
- Directed by Ali Abbasi, 'The Apprentice' portrays Trump's transformation from a real estate heir to a political figure under the influence of Roy Cohn.
- The film's journey to the screen faced numerous obstacles, including a cease-and-desist letter from Trump's team and financing difficulties linked to political fears.
- Jeremy Strong and Sebastian Stan lead the cast, with Strong's portrayal of Cohn receiving praise for its accuracy, despite controversy.
- The film's release comes just weeks before the U.S. election, adding to its political sensitivity and public interest.
- Critics note the film's depiction of Trump as a complex figure, with both sympathetic and controversial elements, drawing mixed reactions.
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