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A documentary titled "Melania" is set to be released, offering an in-depth look at the life of First Lady Melania Trump during the 20 days leading up to her husband’s inauguration on Mon, Jan 20, 2025. The film, distributed by Amazon MGM Studios,…
A documentary titled "Melania" is set to be released, offering an in-depth look at the life of First Lady Melania Trump during the 20 days leading up to her husband’s inauguration on Mon, Jan 20, 2025. The film, distributed by Amazon MGM Studios, provides extensive access to her daily activities and engagements.
The 104-minute documentary features Melania Trump’s fashion choices, diplomatic activities, and interactions with the Secret Service. Directed by Brett Ratner, the film aims to present a comprehensive portrayal of her life and role as First Lady.
The film will premiere on Thursday at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, DC. It will be available in approximately 1,600 screens globally starting Friday, with a significant presence in the United States.
Amazon MGM Studios acquired the documentary for $40 million, accompanied by a $35 million advertising campaign. Melania Trump, serving as executive producer, is reported to receive a significant portion of the procurement funds.
The film, distributed by Amazon MGM Studios, provides extensive access to her daily activities and engagements.
Brett Ratner, known for the Rush Hour series, directed the film. Production began in December 2024, with Melania Trump, Marc Beckman, and Fernando Sulichin credited as producers.
The film's high production cost relative to projected box office performance has sparked discussions about potential motivations behind Amazon’s purchase. Speculation suggests it may serve to curry favor with the Trump administration.
The documentary is projected to earn between $1 and $5 million during its opening weekend in the US and Canada, according to various market research estimates.
Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.
