As a seasoned cinephile who has navigated the tumultuous waters of political cinema, I must say that the decision by ABC and CBS to withhold TV spots for “The Apprentice” during this year’s Presidential campaign debates leaves me both amused and intrigued. It seems that the corridors of power in Hollywood continue to be as unpredictable as ever.
Television networks ABC and CBS have chosen not to air any promotional ads for the film “The Apprentice” directed by Ali Abbasi, a drama depicting the early life of former president Donald Trump and his professional connection with attorney Roy Cohn during the 1970s and 1980s. This decision has been criticized as showing “timidity and cowardice” by Tom Ortenberg, founder of Briarcliff Entertainment, the company distributing The Apprentice in the U.S. as reported by Deadline.
It’s consistently surprising how the timid and fearful behavior of those in Hollywood’s decision-making positions persists. Yet, against all odds, we’re excited to announce that The Apprentice will be gracing cinema screens – and cinemas only – on October 11.
Advertisements for “The Apprentice” were put on hold by CBS, starting from when they hosted a debate between Vice President candidates Tim Walz and J.D. Vance. The information given indicated that Briarcliff was informed that the network didn’t feel it was appropriate to promote the film, which had its premiere at the Cannes Film Festival, during the debate or news broadcasts.
It was made clear that CBS declined to associate a paid advertisement showcasing a movie trailer about one of the presidential candidates with their news broadcasts due to ethical issues related to their news coverage guidelines. Briarcliff, on the other hand, had intended to purchase ads on CBS news programs, but they have been informed that the networks are willing to air these spots during other parts of the day instead.
The Apprentice Is Due To Be Released Next Week
Under the direction of Ali Abbasi and penned by Gabriel Sherman, the series titled “The Apprentice” features Sebastian Stan portraying Donald Trump, with Jeremy Strong from Succession as Roy Cohn. The storyline follows a budding Trump’s journey into the world of real estate entrepreneurship in New York City. Here’s a summary of the official plot for your perusal.
In the bustling ’70s New York, a young, ambitious Donald Trump (Sebastian Stan), yearning to establish his reputation as the second son of a prosperous family, encounters Roy Cohn (Jeremy Strong), a ruthless lawyer. This encounter shapes the future Donald Trump we recognize, with Cohn recognizing in Trump a promising protégé – an individual driven by ambition, thirsty for success, and ready to go to any lengths to emerge victorious.
At the 77th Cannes Film Festival in May, The Apprentice made its global debut and has been receiving favorable comments from critics, boasting a score of 77% on Rotten Tomatoes. MovieWeb’s critic Britt Hayes commended the filmmaker for skillfully depicting Trump as a public figure but noted that they struggled to reveal Trump’s human side – a challenge that would likely stump many filmmakers.
Although Abbassi and Sherman might struggle to find the compassionate aspect of Donald Trump (it’s disheartening to consider that his perceived inhumane traits could be what make him relatable as a human), they have skillfully depicted the elusive core of Trump as a public persona. Most notably, The Apprentice manages to create a particular emotion through the artistry of filmmaking.
The television show titled “The Apprentice” will debut in the United States on October 11.
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2024-10-02 15:31