The highly anticipated biopic “The Apprentice” is set to make its debut at the Cannes Film Festival next month, with Sebastian Stan stepping into the role of former President Donald Trump. Directed by Ali Abbasi, the film explores Trump’s rise to power as a real estate magnate in New York during the 1970s and ’80s.
Joining Stan in the cast is Jeremy Strong, known for his role in the hit series “Succession,” who takes on the role of controversial lawyer Roy Cohn. The screenplay, penned by journalist Gabe Sherman, has already garnered significant attention as part of Cannes’ 2024 main competition selections.
Abbasi, whose previous film “Holy Spider” premiered at Cannes in 2022 and was even shortlisted for the Oscars, is no stranger to critical acclaim. With Stan’s recent success in projects like “What If…?” and “Pam & Tommy,” the star-studded cast and talented director have movie buffs buzzing about what promises to be a gripping and thought-provoking film.
Fans of both Stan and Trump will undoubtedly be eager to see how the actor embodies the enigmatic former president on screen. As the Cannes Film Festival approaches, all eyes will be on “The Apprentice” as it aims to capture the essence of one of the most polarizing figures in modern American politics.
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