The Apprentice: Why you should watch the Donald Trump biopic airing tonight

The cinematic landscape is packed with political and historical biopics, but few dissect the genesis of an empire with as much bite as The Apprentice. Directed by Ali Abbasi, this feature film revisits the early years of Donald Trump, focusing on his rise during the 1970s and 1980s.

Anchored by a remarkable trio of actors featuring Sebastian Stan in the title role, Jeremy Strong as the machiavellian lawyer Roy Cohn, and Maria Bakalova, the film lifts the veil on a Faustian pact that shaped the American real estate tycoon. Far from being a straightforward linear biography, the project stands out for bold aesthetic choices, such as using 16mm cameras to capture the feel of the 1970s before shifting to a VHS-style visual rendering for the following decade.

Regarding references, the director did not hide his ambitions, citing absolute classics. The narrative approach draws direct inspiration from Stanley Kubrick's Barry Lyndon, painting the portrait of an ambitious climber ready to do anything to rise socially, while also looking to the raw energy of Midnight Cowboy or Boogie Nights. The poisonous dynamic between the young ambitious man and his mentor Roy Cohn irresistibly evokes the destructive relationship of the Frankenstein myth.

Whether you are passionate about the inner workings of American power or simply a fan of striking psychological and historical thrillers, this feature film is an essential artistic experience. On Ta Dose, find all the information you need to stream your favorite movies and series in seconds!