As a fan who has grown up witnessing the tumultuous political landscape of America, I find Sebastian Stan‘s stance on Donald Trump to be both refreshing and enlightening. The way he encourages viewers to question their beliefs and delve deeper into understanding the characters portrayed in “The Apprentice” is commendable.
Actor Sebastian Stan has labeled ex-U.S. President Donald Trump as a hypocrite for trying to suppress the release of his movie, “The Apprentice.
At the premiere of Ali Abbasi’s film during the BFI London Film Festival, the Marvel actor appeared and discussed the movie about Donald Trump’s ascent to power in 1970s and ’80s New York, where he portrays Trump himself. The teachings of Roy Cohn, played by Jeremy Strong, are said to have been instrumental in his character’s rise to political power.
Stan, Strong, Abbasi along with screenwriter Gabriel Sherman, who make up the production team, were spotted on the red carpet at the British Film Institute’s Royal Festival Hall, located in the heart of the United Kingdom’s capital city.
When questioned about the potential impact of this movie premiering so near the U.S. election on voters’ decisions, Stan said to The Hollywood Reporter: “I can’t say for sure, but I do wish that people, regardless of their viewpoints, are intrigued enough to delve deeper. I believe we inhabit a world where it’s effortless to receive an opinion at every turn. And while many enjoy social media and rely on it for information, you’re often being told what to think and what to do.
However, the Marvel star added, “If you’re even slightly curious, I encourage you to reflect: ‘Who exactly is this individual? Are you truly acquainted with him? Do you genuinely trust this person to govern a nation?’ This person has been attempting to suppress our film, yet simultaneously professes to support free speech… It’s difficult for me to imagine anything more contradictory. Ultimately, it boils down to his character. Set aside the politics and let your intuition guide you: Do you trust this man? That’s what the movie revolves around.
The movie premiered in approximately 1,700 cinemas spread throughout the United States last weekend following its screening at Cannes. In its initial weekend, it earned a modest $1.6 million. After the earnings were revealed, Trump criticized the film.
In a post on Truth Social, Trump expressed his disdain for a bogus and tasteless movie about him, titled The Apprentice (I wonder if they have permission to use that title). He hopes it flops miserably. This shoddy production is malicious, politically distasteful, and an underhanded attack, released just before the 2024 Presidential Election, with the intention of damaging what he calls the most remarkable political movement in our nation’s history.
Sherman explained to THR: “It’s not unexpected [that Trump responded aggressively]… You’ve watched the film, and the first lesson Roy Cohn imparts is ‘attack, attack, attack.’ It seems like Trump hasn’t seen the movie, but he’s certainly playing by the rules outlined in it.
Sherman stated that one source of motivation for creating this movie was to depict Trump as continuing Cohn’s work, as individuals involved in the 2016 Trump campaign informed him that the businessman was essentially applying Cohn’s teachings.
At the premier of Cannes Film Festival in May, The Apprentice was met with overwhelming praise and was honored with an extended 8-minute standing ovation.
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2024-10-15 20:54