Front Burner Encore: Inside controversial Trump biopic ‘The Apprentice’
Dec 27, 2024
Dan Beckerman, a producer of the controversial biopic 'The Apprentice', shares insights on depicting Donald Trump's early career and the challenges from his team. They discuss the intricate dynamics between Trump and lawyer Roy Cohn, which shaped Trump's ambition. The podcast delves into a contentious scene about his first wife, balancing factual accuracy with sensitivity. Beckerman reveals the struggles of releasing a film on a polarizing figure while navigating legal threats and explores how Trump's public persona was crafted and continues to influence today’s media landscape.
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