Film on Donald Trump's Formative Years
A film on the formative years of Donald Trump starring Sebastian Stan and Jeremy Strong is nearing completion, with Tom Ortenberg close to acquiring it for fall release. The film has faced controversy but is expected to be released in the US during the presidential campaign season.
Key Points
- Film stars Sebastian Stan as Trump and Jeremy Strong as Roy Cohn.
- Directed by Ali Abbasi and written by Gabriel Sherman.
- Expected to be released in the US during the presidential campaign season.
Pros
- A film that could potentially offer awards-caliber performances by Sebastian Stan and Jeremy Strong.
- Addresses the formative years of Donald Trump and his mentor Roy Cohn.
- Brings attention to a provocative story that may be a must-see during awards season.
Cons
- Controversial subject matter that may lead to legal challenges, particularly from Donald Trump.
- Backer Kinematics being bought out of the project due to potential conflicts.
- Involvement of former Washington Commanders owner Daniel Snyder, a Trump supporter.