Donald trump apprentice movie : The first footage of the highly anticipated film “The Apprentice” has been released, and it’s already stirring controversy. Directed by Ali Abbasi, the movie stars Sebastian Stan as a young Donald Trump and Jeremy Strong as his lawyer, Roy Cohn. The film explores Trump’s early days in the New York real estate world and has faced significant hurdles before its release.
The newly released clip, which was shared on Tuesday, gives viewers a glimpse into the film’s portrayal of Trump. The scene shows Trump, played by Stan, and Cohn, played by Strong, in the back of a town car. In the clip, Cohn is seen pressuring a reporter to give Trump an exclusive interview. “About a 100 reporters were crawling up my a– to get this interview, and I gave you the exclusive,” Cohn says, handing Trump the phone.
As Trump speaks to the reporter, Cohn encourages him to use more grandiose language. The young Trump, just after settling a racial discrimination lawsuit, says, “I’m planning on making the best and the finest building,” then, following Cohn’s prompting, adds, “in the world.” The scene highlights the ambitious and sometimes controversial tactics Trump used during his rise in the real estate industry.
“The Apprentice” tracks Trump’s journey through the 1970s and 80s, focusing on his business ventures and his relationship with the notorious lawyer Roy Cohn. Cohn, who passed away in 1986, was known for his influence on Trump’s career and his controversial legal tactics.
The film has already generated buzz, especially following its screening at the Telluride Film Festival. Critics have responded with a mix of intrigue and controversy. Some reviews praise the film for its bold storytelling and portrayal of Trump’s early career. However, the film has also faced criticism, particularly for a contentious scene involving Trump and his first wife, Ivana.
Gabriel Sherman, the film’s screenwriter and a well-known journalist, defended the inclusion of the rape scene. He explained to the Los Angeles Times, “The rape scene is a touchstone of the film because we are asking the audience to spend time with this character and we have to show all sides of him.” Sherman emphasized that omitting such scenes would be a disservice to the film’s aim of providing a comprehensive look at Trump’s character.
Despite efforts by Trump’s legal team to shut down the film, “The Apprentice” is still set for release. Trump’s team had sent a cease-and-desist letter, and the film’s distribution faced multiple obstacles. However, the filmmakers remain committed to releasing the film on October 11, with a planned rollout in the U.S. and Canada.
The film’s journey has also been marked by financial struggles. To support its release, the filmmakers launched a Kickstarter campaign called “Release The Apprentice,” seeking to raise $100,000 to cover legal and promotional costs. As of now, the campaign has raised over $39,000.
“The Apprentice” promises to be a provocative and revealing film about Donald Trump’s rise to prominence. The movie’s portrayal of Trump and its controversial scenes have already sparked significant discussion. As the release date approaches, the film is expected to generate even more debate and interest.
For those interested in learning more or supporting the film, the Kickstarter campaign remains an active way to contribute. With the release date set for October 11, “The Apprentice” is sure to be a major topic of conversation in the coming weeks.
