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Melania Trump's Film Producer Denies Music Rights Breach

2/12/2026

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Marc Beckman, adviser to Melania Trump and producer of her documentary, denied Oscar winners Paul Thomas Anderson and Jonny Greenwood's claim that the film used their music without permission.
Anderson and Greenwood alleged breach of contract and demanded the music's removal.
Beckman said the film, released January 29, 2026, grossed over $13 million, surpassing expectations, despite early skepticism.
Concerns about ticket-sale manipulation were raised, but no evidence was provided.

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Marc Beckman, adviser to Melania Trump and producer of her documentary, denied Oscar winners Paul Thomas Anderson and Jonny Greenwood's claim that the film used their music without permission.
Anderson and Greenwood alleged breach of contract and demanded the music's removal.
Beckman said the film, released January 29, 2026, grossed over $13 million, surpassing expectations, despite early skepticism.
Concerns about ticket-sale manipulation were raised, but no evidence was provided.