Kickstarter Campaign Launched for Trump Biopic

Filmmakers of 'The Apprentice,' a biopic featuring Sebastian Stan as a young Donald Trump, have launched a Kickstarter campaign titled 'Release the Apprentice' to support its theatrical release scheduled for October 11, 2024. The campaign aims to raise $100,000 to ensure the film remains in theaters and offers tiered rewards for donors, including streaming access and exclusive memorabilia. Executive producer Amy Baer emphasized the film's humanist perspective amid political controversy, while producer Dan Bekerman criticized attempts by Trump's campaign to suppress it. The film, which explores Trump's relationship with attorney Roy Cohn, has faced legal threats and distribution challenges, although it premiered successfully at the Cannes Film Festival. The filmmakers have urged supporters to back the project to combat the perceived censorship of artistic expression. With its release coinciding with the upcoming presidential election, the film's reception is anticipated to be particularly significant.