Sebastian Stan's Role as Young Donald Trump in His Biopic: A Closer Look
Sebastian Stan, recognized for his performances in 'Pam and Tommy,' 'The Covenant,' and his breakthrough as Bucky Barnes in 'Captain America: The First Avenger,' assumes the role of the young real estate magnate, encapsulating the essence of Trump's early years.
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00:00 The stage is set for Sebastian Stan, renowned for his portrayal of Winter Soldier in the
00:04 MCU films, to embody the persona of a young Donald Trump in the forthcoming biopic The
00:09 Apprentice, directed by Oscar-nominated Iranian filmmaker Ali Abbasi.
00:14 The movie's production is already underway, delving into the riveting narrative of Donald
00:19 Trump's process to power.
00:21 The film zeroes in on Trump's journey, particularly during the 1970s and 80s, unravelling the
00:27 story of his emergence as a New York real estate magnate.
00:32 Integral to this narrative is his association with Roy Cohn, portrayed by Emmy-winner Jeremy
00:38 Strong, who served as Trump's mentor before being disbarred due to ethical misconduct.
00:43 Sebastian Stan, known for his roles in Palm and Tommy, The Convent, and his breakthrough
00:48 as Bucky Barnes in Captain America, The First Avenger, steps into the shoes of the young
00:54 real estate tycoon, capturing the essence of Trump's earlier years.
00:58 The film is described as a mentor-protege story, shedding light on the genesis of an
01:03 American dynasty while exploring the moral and human costs within a culture driven by
01:08 notions of victory and defeat.
01:11 However, the cinematic narrative of Trump's ascent to power comes at a time when the former
01:17 president faces a legal maelstrom grappling with 91 felony charges across four separate
01:23 criminal cases.
01:24 Simultaneously, a highly publicized fraud case is currently undergoing trial in Manhattan.
01:29 Despite these legal entanglements, Trump's political aspirations remain intact, with
01:34 speculation rift that Donald Trump will be the next nominee for the Republican in the
01:39 upcoming US election.
01:40 (upbeat music)