Sebastian Stan Warns US Is in "Really, Really Bad Place" at Cannes

Actor Sebastian Stan stated that the United States is in a "really, really bad place" while reflecting on his experience portraying former President Donald Trump in the 2024 biographical film "The Apprentice." Stan made the remarks during a press conference at the Cannes Film Festival in France, where he was promoting his new film, "Fjord."

When asked about his perspective on the president now, over a year into the current term, Stan responded that the subject was not a laughing matter. He expressed a grim view of the country's current state, citing concerns over media consolidation, censorship, threats, and ongoing lawsuits. The actor connected these issues to the controversy that surrounded "The Apprentice" prior to its Cannes premiere two years ago.

Stan recalled that three days before the festival in 2024, it was uncertain whether the film would be shown due to external pressures. He suggested that the challenges faced by the film's production team were an early indicator of the current political climate. The film, which depicts Trump's early career in New York City real estate and his relationship with attorney Roy Cohn, drew legal threats from Trump and his associates...