In another fortuitous development for the new president, Amazon has chosen to develop a documentary about his wife, Melania Trump, a doctor who Park referred to As a “ridiculous” project, it will give an “unprecedented behind-the-scenes look” at the first lady, according to Amazon, to make the story even weirder. The film is set to be directed by Brett Ratner, a former action film director whose career was largely canceled by Allegations of sexual misconduct That cropped up during the #MeToo movement.
Documentary news comes first. Broken at Semaphorewhich noted that production has begun filming. And expect to enjoy a short dramatic performance. Ahead of Amazon's streaming service Prime, Puck reported on the financials of the deal. It was revealed that Amazon had paid $40 million to acquire the film rights to Ratner, according to multiple sources. Melania will serve as executive producer on the project and Park as well. Matthew Belloni wrote“It is unclear how much the First Lady was personally paid to participate and ‘produce’ this project while her husband was in office. But I bet it's a big chunk of that $40 million.” Amazon also plans to develop a multi-part documentary about Melania that will be followed by a documentary, Belloni wrote.
It could be that Amazon accidentally chose this moment to shine a spotlight on the canonical Sphinx-like figure that is Melania Trump…or it could be that Amazon, like other tech companies, I'm trying my best to. Pleasing her husband as he ascends to the White House for a second term. Notably, Amazon is also one of several major technology companies. Just donated $1 million. to Trump's inauguration. MetaSam Altman from OpenAI and Tim Cook of Apple They all donated money as well.
according to majority opinion Amazon's new film is expected to be more than just a portrait of the First Lady, with Semafor describing the film as “a Puck called the film a “warm embrace” and Puck called the film a “warm embrace”. “It's payday for Mrs. Trump.” It's clearly an opportunity for her to tell her story, even though a latest book deals And with her husband being one of the most well-known people in the world, Melania has largely left the spotlight. at the same time She has also actively maintained her public image. In 2017, Trump Two separate payments are accepted.— One from the Daily Mail and another from Maryland blogger Webster Tarpley in a defamation case involving spreading a rumor that she had worked for an escort service before becoming a model. Later, both defendants withdrew their stories and apologized.
How Ratner got involved is a bit unclear, although Belloni notes that the director is known to maintain “Tie with Trumpworld figureheads” is most clearly stated. Steven Mnuchinwho served as Secretary of the Treasury during Trump's first term and before. Working with Ratner At his RatPac-Dune Entertainment, the director hasn't made a film since 2017, the year he was accused by several high-profile actresses. sexual harassment And in one case sexual harassment– Ratner has it. deny the accusations– He has bones. Living in Israel from 2023–