America Is in a 'Bad Place'
Variety • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Sebastian Stan reflected on his Donald Trump biopic "The Apprentice," stating that America is "in a really, really bad place," emphasizing concerns about media consolidation, censorship, and ongoing legal threats related to the film.
- Trump attempted to block the film's Cannes premiere in 2024 by threatening a lawsuit and dismissing it as "garbage" and "pure fiction," causing uncertainty about its festival screening until just days before the event.
- Stan's new film "Fjord," directed by Cristian Mungiu, received a 10-minute standing ovation at Cannes and tells a gripping story about a Romanian family facing legal challenges after their children are taken away due to suspected abuse.
- "Fjord" features acclaimed talents including director Mungiu, a previous Palme d’Or winner, and actress Renate Reinsve, who has received multiple prestigious awards, positioning the film as a strong contender for the Palme d’Or.