

Young Donald Trump, Roy Cohn, and the Dark Arts of Power
Sep 30, 2024
In this engaging discussion, Sebastian Stan shares insights on portraying a young Donald Trump, moving away from comedic caricature to a serious narrative. Jeremy Strong discusses embodying the influential, morally ambiguous lawyer Roy Cohn, revealing their turbulent mentor-protégé relationship. Gabriel Sherman, the film's executive producer, emphasizes its humanist approach and the controversial challenges faced in its production, including legal threats from Trump himself. The film dives deep into ambition and power brokering in New York's complex political landscape.
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