Melania Doc Producer Fires Back at Music-Use Allegations

Marc Beckman, a longtime adviser and producer of Melania Trump’s documentary, rejected claims that the film used Phantom Thread’s score without authorization, saying Universal did consult the composer and that legally binding contracts authorize the music. He called the accusations a “blatant lie” and said the film followed proper protocol and compensated artists, while the piece also notes the film’s ongoing controversy and soft box-office performance.