
Reviews — The Apprentice
Audience write-ups from TMDB
Brent Marchant
I initially wasn't planning to watch this film, and I’ll be honest, my political views played a part in that decision, especially after reading some early reviews that suggested the movie offered a “sympathetic” portrayal of its central figure—a conclusion that now seems completely baffling to me. However, I reconsidered after learning about the recent Oscar nominations recognizing Sebastian Stan for his lead perform…
Chandler Danier
This movie about wealthy individuals engaging in activities typical of their social standing is pretty neat, especially considering one of them happens to be the president of the United States. The acting is really good, and it’s a visually appealing film that accurately reflects the time period it depicts. I don't know how historically correct it is, but I have to imagine if the world’s leading nation had attempt…
Manuel São Bento
The film *The Apprentice* is unlikely to elicit a neutral response. Directors Ali Abbasi and Gabriel Sherman have created an unsettling portrayal of Donald Trump’s beginnings, presenting viewers with a stark look at the person who has significantly impacted politics, business, his nation, and global affairs through contentious actions and dubious ethics. Sebastian Stan and Jeremy Strong deliver performances worthy…
CinemaSerf
My expectations weren't met by this film. It examines Donald Trump’s ascent, and Sebastian Stan manages to do a decent job portraying some of his well-known behaviors. The performance successfully replicates things like facial expressions and the tendency to repeat phrases for emphasis. However, much of the rest felt like unsubstantiated, sometimes harsh, guesses about his connection with Roy Cohn (Jeremy Strong), wh…


