The Apprentice Biopic Sparks Controversy

The controversial biopic 'The Apprentice,' depicting Donald Trump's early career, is set to release on October 11 in the U.S., just weeks before the presidential election. Directed by Ali Abbasi and written by Gabriel Sherman, the film stars Sebastian Stan as Trump and Jeremy Strong as Roy Cohn. The film has stirred significant controversy, especially for a scene depicting Trump raping his first wife, Ivana, based on her 1990 divorce deposition. Trump's campaign has threatened legal action, calling the film 'pure malicious defamation,' but Briarcliff Entertainment has secured its distribution. The film received mixed reviews at its Cannes Film Festival premiere, with critics divided on its portrayal of Trump. Despite initial distribution challenges, the film is expected to have an awards campaign and will also be shown at festivals before its theatrical release.