Donald Trump is a well-known controversial figure in American politics and has a reputation for holding grudges against those who mock him. A new movie about his life, starring Sebastian Stan, is set to hit theaters soon. Not only does the film feature provocative content, but it also includes elements that are likely to infuriate Trump.
He has a history of publicly criticizing celebrities who speak out against him; for example, he did not hold back his criticism of Taylor Swift. Further, with Stan playing a leading role in this film, it’s expected that Trump may react strongly to the film’s release.
Sebastian Stan’s The Apprentice: The Controversial Portrayal That Could Infuriate Donald Trump
Sebastian Stan’s portrayal of Donald Trump in the upcoming film The Apprentice is poised to stir significant controversy and likely draw Trump’s ire. The film, directed by Ali Abbasi, features a dramatized and unflattering depiction of Trump, including scenes that mock his physical features such as liposuction and scalp reduction surgery.
In a post shared via Discussing Film of X, Stan can be seen in full Donald Trump mode.
New clip from ‘THE APPRENTICE’, starring Sebastian Stan as Donald Trump.
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Trump’s sensitivity to criticism is well-documented. He has a history of reacting strongly to public mockery, as seen when he infamously declared, “I hate Taylor Swift” after the pop star endorsed Kamala Harris. This incident underscores Trump’s tendency to lash out at those who criticize or make fun of him.
Further, Trump’s legal team has already issued a cease-and-desist order against The Apprentice, signaling his discomfort with the film’s content. His previous reactions to criticism suggest that The Apprentice could provoke a strong and public rebuttal from the former president.
Sebastian Stan Opens Up About Sleep Struggles Portraying Donald Trump
With Election Day approaching, Sebastian Stan’s portrayal of Donald Trump has already sparked significant buzz. Further, in a recent appearance on the Today show, the Golden Globe nominee shared insights into his preparation for the role.
Despite lightheartedly referring to the film as a “Marvel film,” Stan was candid about the intense process he underwent to embody the former President.
His remarks suggest that stepping into Trump’s shoes was no easy feat. He further added:
Well, [you] try to get sleep, which I didn’t. There’s a lot of research out there, there’s a lot of footage and documentary. It’s pretty much been very well documented, his sort of rise into what we see today. And to me, it’s like playing an instrument. You sit at the piano, you get better at it with practice, and eventually you can just kinda do it in your sleep.
Written by Gabe Sherman, The Apprentice delves into Trump’s formative years, focusing on his strategic alliance with Roy Cohn, played by Jeremy Strong, a renowned figure in right-wing legal circles. The film also features Martin Donovan as Fred Trump Sr. and Maria Bakalova as Ivana Trump.
The Apprentice is scheduled for a theatrical release on October 11.
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