The Apprentice movie's failure to secure U.S. distribution deal at Cannes Film Festival
The movie 'The Apprentice' failed to secure a U.S. distribution deal at Cannes Film Festival following threats of a lawsuit from former President Donald Trump's campaign. Despite predictions of awards for actor Sebastian Stan, the movie left empty-handed. Trump's campaign denounced the film as 'malicious defamation' and threatened legal action.
Key Points
- Movie depicted Trump in controversial scenes
- Legal threats and defamation claims from Trump's campaign
- Independent financing outside Hollywood studio system
Cons
- Failed to secure a U.S. distribution deal
- No prizes won at Cannes
- Threat of lawsuit and cease-and-desist from Trump's campaign