What Sebastian Stan learned from playing Trump | Times Meets episode 02
In 'The Apprentice' (2024), get to know a different side of Donald J. Trump before his political career and real estate empire. The film shows a young, ambitious Trump exploring Manhattan's cocktail lounges, where he meets Roy Cohn, a well-connected attorney. Their friendship, with Cohn shaping Trump, is at the heart of the story, revealing how Trump became who he is, his core principles, and his drive for wealth and power. Josh Glancy from The Sunday Times chats with Jeremy Strong and Sebastian Stan, who play Cohn and Trump, to share what they learned about Trump's character.
Head of Style video: Josh Arnold.
Production manager: Sarah Barnes.
SOUND OPERATOR: ALEX MILSOM
Director of photography: Leo Element.
SECOND CAMERA: ASH DAVIS
Edit: Maria Armengou and Richard Simkins
chapters
00:00 - Trump's reaction and film introduction
00:46 - Early life and meeting Roy Cohn
01:32 - Core themes and controversial moments
02:18 - Historical accuracy and timing
03:30 - Humanising Trump and motivations
05:26 - Roy Cohn's influence
07:10 - Conclusion and critique