BREAKING: The highly anticipated Melania Trump documentary is facing severe backlash just hours before its premiere. Entertainment expert Segun Oduolowu labeled the film a “farce” during an appearance on CNN This Morning, raising doubts about its commercial viability and critical reception.
As the premiere unfolds at the newly rebranded Trump Kennedy Center, Oduolowu pointed out that the staggering $40 million purchase price by Amazon MGM Studios is unprecedented for a documentary. “The money is what you have to follow,” he stated. “Pocketing $27 million for a documentary is unheard of here in Hollywood.”
While documentaries typically sell for between $250,000 and $750,000, Oduolowu questioned the rationale behind such a massive investment from Amazon. “It screams payoff because Jeff Bezos and Amazon paid $40 million for this, while $35 million was spent on advertising for a film projected to generate only $1 million to $2 million in its opening week,” he explained. “No one in Hollywood does that kind of math.”
Social media has erupted with reports of low ticket sales, further fueling skepticism about the film’s potential success. Oduolowu anticipates a “brutal reception” from both audiences and critics alike. “It’s not going to make money,” he said. “But it already made money. It made money for Melania, $27 million or $28 million. She’s walking away very happy. But no, it won’t generate money at the box office, and I don’t think it was ever intended to.”
The film is set to stream on Amazon, allowing its narrative to persist despite potential box office failures. Oduolowu remarked, “It’s going to stream on Amazon, where the propaganda machine can keep it going.” He pointed out the film’s focus on a return to the White House, questioning the premise: “What family? Barron Trump is a sophomore in college. He’s not even moving back to the White House. It’s just Melania and Donald.”
The documentary’s launch has ignited discussions about the motivations behind such high-profile projects and their implications for the industry. As viewers await the film’s release, Oduolowu’s insights emphasize the growing scrutiny surrounding celebrity documentaries in Hollywood.
As the premiere unfolds and reviews begin to pour in, all eyes will be on the film’s actual performance and whether it can defy the odds stacked against it. Stay tuned for updates as this story develops.
