The filmmaker of the movie about Donald Trump is surprised by the controversy surrounding it.

In a recent interview, director Ali Abbasi expressed his surprise at the labeling of his film, The Apprentice, as controversial. The biopic, which delves into the early years of US President Donald Trump's career, has garnered critical acclaim and holds an impressive 84% score on Rotten Tomatoes. The talented Sebastian Stan, who portrays Trump, leads a star-studded cast including Jeremy Strong, Martin Donovan, Maria Bakalova, and Jason Blicker.

In response to the film's reception in the US, Abbasi shared his disappointment and shock. He questioned the controversial label, stating that it was perplexing to him when the movie is centered around a man who is known for his controversial actions and words. "I don't understand what's controversial about the movie," he remarked.

Stan, who earned a Golden Globe nomination for his role as Trump, also faced pushback in the industry. He was blocked from participating in Variety's Actors on Actors series due to concerns from publicists about discussing Trump with him. However, the tide seems to be turning as Stan shared that other actors have reached out to express their interest in working with him. He also mentioned a pleasant conversation with Sean Penn, who spoke highly of the film.

The Apprentice has received recognition despite its subject matter. Stan's Golden Globe nomination is a testament to his exceptional performance, and he is also nominated for his work in A Different Man. The film has also secured nominations for Strong, who plays Roy Cohn, and Yura Borisov, Edward Norton, Guy Pearce, and Denzel Washington, in the best supporting actor category.

The film premiered at Cannes Film Festival earlier this year, but it faced challenges finding a distributor. Trump himself attempted to block its release, and his spokesperson publicly criticized it as "garbage" and filled with lies. Despite these obstacles, the film was released, and Bakalova, who portrays Ivana Trump, shared that it was re-edited before its release. She also hinted that some of the most talked-about scenes were extended, giving audiences more to discuss.

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