Uncovering the Impact: Tom Ortenberg on Distributing the new Trump biopic 'The Apprentice'

In this conversation, Brian Karem speaks with Tom Ortenberg about the challenges of distributing the film 'The Apprentice,' which explores the relationship between Donald Trump and Roy Cohn. Ortenberg discusses the film's reception at Cannes, the corporate cowardice in Hollywood that led to its initial distribution struggles, and the importance of courage in filmmaking. The conversation delves into the character study of Trump and Cohn, the controversies surrounding the film, and the broader implications for media and entertainment in a politically charged environment.