Adam Boulton | How The Apprentice, a forthcoming film about Donald Trump’s early years, could negatively impact his odds of winning the 2024 White House race | US News
Success in life comes down to three rules: Attack, attack, attack. Admit nothing, deny everything, and always claim victory. These are the principles that presidential candidate Donald Trump continues to adhere to.
These rules were imparted to a young Trump by the infamous New York lawyer Roy Cohn, portrayed by Sebastian Stan and Jeremy Strong in a controversial new biopic debuting in US cinemas just 25 days before election day.
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Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris. Pic: Reuters
Performances by Jeremy Strong, Sebastian Stan, and Maria Bakalova are hailed as Oscar-worthy, but the film’s potential honor at the Academy Awards next spring remains uncertain. Biopics of past presidents, whether favorable or critical, tend to have mixed results at the box office.
The Apprentice goes against this trend by premiering amidst a crucial time in American politics, as voters are faced with the decision of whether to support Trump or not.
The impact of the film remains uncertain, but it has the potential to influence public opinion during a crucial time in American politics. Whether Trump praises or condemns the film, its portrayal of the larger-than-life figure will likely leave an impression on audiences.
