Trump Criticizes 'The Apprentice' Biopic Release

Former President Donald Trump has publicly criticized the biopic 'The Apprentice,' directed by Ali Abbasi, calling it 'fake and classless' as well as a 'politically disgusting hatchet job' intended to damage his 2024 Presidential campaign. The film, which explores Trump's rise in the 1980s New York real estate scene and his mentorship under Roy Cohn, includes controversial scenes such as alleged sexual misconduct towards his first wife, Ivana. The movie stars Sebastian Stan as Trump and grossed only $1.6 million in its opening weekend, ranking 10th at the box office, despite receiving an eight-minute standing ovation at its Cannes premiere. Gabriel Sherman, the screenwriter, and director Ali Abbasi have been targets of Trump's criticism, with Abbasi inviting Trump to discuss the film. The release has sparked public debate, highlighting past accusations against Trump and his reactions to these portrayals. Trump expressed his hope for the film's commercial failure, which aligns with its modest box office performance.