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Amazon's $40M Melania Trump Documentary Shocks Industry Insiders

2/11/2025

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Amazon's surprising $40 million deal for a Melania Trump documentary directed by Brett Ratner has left industry insiders reeling, as many expected the budget to be closer to $5 million. Ratner, who has faced allegations of sexual misconduct since 2017, continues to grapple with his tarnished reputation while attempting to make a comeback.

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Amazon's surprising $40 million deal for a Melania Trump documentary directed by Brett Ratner has left industry insiders reeling, as many expected the budget to be closer to $5 million. Ratner, who has faced allegations of sexual misconduct since 2017, continues to grapple with his tarnished reputation while attempting to make a comeback.