The first trailer of “The Apprentice” portrays Donald Trump as an apprentice to lawyer Roy Cohn, showcasing a never-quit attitude that Trump supposedly learned from his mentor. Cohn is depicted as dictating life lessons to the young Trump, encouraging him to always “attack, attack, attack,” to “admit nothing, deny everything,” and to “never admit defeat.” These lessons seem to have shaped Trump’s future rhetoric and actions, as evident in his controversial public statements and policies.
The biopic has stirred controversy since its debut at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival. One particular scene in the trailer, featuring a shocking alleged rape of Trump’s first wife, Ivana Trump, by a young Trump, has raised eyebrows among viewers. Trump himself attempted to block the film’s release by sending a cease and desist letter back in May. However, the producers defended the film as “a fair and balanced portrait of the former president,” indicating that they stand by their portrayal despite the backlash it may receive.
Coincidentally, the release of the first trailer of “The Apprentice” comes at a time when Trump is set to debate Vice President Kamala Harris. The timing adds an extra layer of intrigue to the film, as it draws parallels between the lessons Trump learned from Cohn and his current political strategies. The upcoming debate, with its rules in place to maintain decorum, may provide a real-life example of how Trump’s “never-quit” attitude plays out on a public stage.
“The Apprentice” biopic trailer offers a glimpse into the early days of Donald Trump and the influence of Roy Cohn on his mindset. The controversial nature of the film, along with its timing in relation to current events, has sparked discussions about Trump’s past and present actions. It remains to be seen how the full movie will be received upon its release in theaters on October 11th.
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