A private screening of The Apprentice — which explores Donald Trump’s pre-presidency era and his rise to fame through the hit reality TV show of the same name — will take place at the Toronto International Film Festival 2024 (TIFF). Directed by Iranian-Danish filmmaker Ali Abbasi, and written by Gabriel Sherman, the film delves into Trump’s transformation from a business mogul to a pop culture icon, setting the stage for his future political ambitions.
The narrative of The Apprentice centres around Trump’s rise in the 1970s and 1980s under the firebrand rightwing attorney Roy Cohn. The film was shot in Toronto, which stood as the City of New York in the movie. The film stars Sebastian Stan as Donald Trump, Maria Bakalova as Ivana Trump, and Jeremy Strong as Roy Cohn.
Abbasi, best known for his work on Holy Spider (2022), Border (2018), and Shelley (2016), examines how The Apprentice, which aired from 2004 to 2017, shaped Trump’s public image. The show not only helped him gain widespread fame but also crafted an authoritative persona that ultimately resonated with American voters.
Scheduled on Thursday, September 5, 2024, at 7 p.m., the private screening at TIFF Lightbox Theatre will draw attention, not only because of its subject but also due to the timing of its release. With Trump facing legal battles and gearing up for another potential presidential run in 2024, the documentary adds another layer of complexity to his already controversial public life.
The film’s screening at TIFF is expected to fuel discussions as Trump remains a central figure in American politics. While the film has not yet secured a release date for the general public, the buzz surrounding The Apprentice is already making waves in both political and entertainment circles.
The Apprentice‘s unique perspective on Trump’s rise through the entertainment world adds another dimension to the ongoing discourse about his influence on modern media and politics. The film premiered at this year’s Cannes Film Festival in May 2024.
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