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Documentary 'Melania' Defends Radiohead Music Amid Poor Reception

2/26/2026

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Beckman Defends Documentary

Marc Beckman, producer of the documentary Melania, defended the film's use of Jonny Greenwood's music from Radiohead despite removal requests.
Beckman called the claims ridiculous and said the music would remain.
He said the film avoids political themes and aims to tell a unique story.
The documentary had a $40 million budget.
It opened to disappointing box office numbers, earning $9.5 million globally, and has an 11% Rotten Tomatoes rating.

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Jagger Disputes Claims

A source close to Mick Jagger, the Rolling Stones' lead singer, disputes Melania producer Marc Beckman's claim that Jagger approved 'Gimme Shelter'.
A spokesperson says the deal to use 'Gimme Shelter' was solely between rights holders and producers.
The Melania-focused film faced music-licensing challenges due to political objections.
Despite a $40 million budget, the film's box office declined in the US and UK.
Marc Beckman criticized critics for political bias.

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Beckman Defends Documentary

Marc Beckman, producer of the documentary Melania, defended the film's use of Jonny Greenwood's music from Radiohead despite removal requests.
Beckman called the claims ridiculous and said the music would remain.
He said the film avoids political themes and aims to tell a unique story.
The documentary had a $40 million budget.
It opened to disappointing box office numbers, earning $9.5 million globally, and has an 11% Rotten Tomatoes rating.

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