Sebastian Stan Transforms Into Young Donald Trump in Controversial Biopic 'The Apprentice'
Sebastian StanSebastian Stan takes on the challenging role of a young Donald Trump in the new biopic "The Apprentice," directed by Ali Abbasi. The film has sparked considerable interest and controversy ahead of its release, scheduled for October 11. Audiences have been given a taste of Stan's performance in recent previews, showcasing his transformation into the former president during his early years as a budding real estate mogul in New York City.
The film, which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival in May, dives into Trump's rise in the business world during the 1970s and 1980s, a period in which he was greatly influenced by his attorney and advisor, Roy Cohn, played by Jeremy Strong. In one scene, Trump, guided by Cohn, fields a call from a reporter while traveling through Manhattan. The exchange highlights Trump's ambitious plans to acquire and transform The Commodore Hotel into a first-class establishment, alongside insights into his character development and drive.
Despite the fictionalized nature of the film, it has not escaped the scrutiny of Trump's presidential campaign, which has threatened legal action over what it claims are false portrayals. Abbasi, however, appears unfazed by these threats, expressing confidence in the public's ability to discern the dramatization from reality.
The film also features Maria Bakalova as Ivana Trump, offering a glimpse into Trump's personal life and his marriage during the pivotal years of his career. "The Apprentice" provides a dramatic exploration of the influences and decisions that helped shape the man who would eventually become the 45th President of the United States.
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