This article explores the contrasting reactions of Hollywood to the resurgence of Trump in American politics. While Melania Trump's documentary was quickly picked up by Amazon Prime Video, a biopic about Trump's rise to power, 'The Apprentice', struggles to secure a streaming deal despite Oscar nominations. The contrasting fates highlight a sense of unease and reticence among industry insiders about how to navigate the political climate and creatively express themselves in the face of Trump's return.
Eight years ago, Hollywood proudly donned the mantle of anti- Trump resistance. This time around, the industry's reaction can best be summed up by the tale of two Trump films. Just two weeks before President Trump 's inauguration, Amazon Prime Video made a unexpected announcement — the company would release a documentary about Melania Trump , with the first lady serving as an executive producer.
Besides the hefty $40 million price tag Amazon reportedly paid to license the documentary, the news came just months after Amazon Chief Executive and Washington Post owner Jeff Bezos declined to run a planned editorial endorsement in his paper of former Vice President Kamala Harris.
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