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Radu Jude is writing a new film titled 'Frankenstein in Romania' starring Sebastian Stan, who will play both Victor Frankenstein and his monster, blending the legend with Romania's secret CIA prison history. Jude is also working on a film about Romanian workers abroad and immigration issues.
"Fresh" is a horror comedy film starring Sebastian Stan and Daisy Edgar-Jones, blending romance and dark humor with a cannibalistic twist. The film follows Noa, who is kidnapped by Steve, a charming doctor with a gruesome secret. Directed by Mimi Cave, "Fresh" cleverly shifts from a romantic comedy to a chilling satire on meat consumption and modern dating. The film is praised for its unique approach to the horror comedy genre and is available on Disney+ and Hulu.
Variety's 2025 'Actors on Actors' lineup features pairings that range from expected to surprising, with some duos lacking the tension or unexpectedness that makes for compelling interviews. The article humorously critiques the pairings, suggesting alternative matches, particularly involving Sebastian Stan, who struggled to find a partner due to his association with Trump. The lineup includes notable pairings like Kidman and Zendaya, and Gomez and Ronan, with discussions anticipated around themes like sexual power and evolving with age.
Sebastian Stan, starring in the biopic 'The Apprentice' about Donald Trump, claims Hollywood actors are too afraid to discuss the film due to Trump's influence. He struggled to find a peer for Variety's Actors on Actors series, as many feared discussing Trump. This reluctance, confirmed by Variety's co-editor, highlights the industry's apprehension towards Trump. Stan warns this fear could hinder understanding of the film's themes. Trump criticized the biopic as defamatory and politically motivated.
Marvel Studios unveiled a special look at the upcoming film 'Thunderbolts' during the D23 Expo in Brazil, featuring an explosive scene with Sebastian Stan's Bucky Barnes. The clip shows the antihero team, including characters like Red Guardian and Black Widow, in a high-octane desert chase. The film, set to premiere on May 2, 2025, is part of the MCU's Phase Five, which includes other major releases like 'Captain America: Brave New World' and 'Daredevil: Born Again.'
Actor Sebastian Stan criticized Donald Trump, calling him a "paranoid, scared little man" who doesn't care about people's situations, during an interview ahead of the U.S. election. Stan, who stars in the film 'The Apprentice' portraying a young Trump, emphasized the importance of understanding the American dream and the cost of losing one's humanity in pursuit of it. Despite potential repercussions, Stan, who immigrated from Romania, feels compelled to speak out against fear and misinformation.
A24 has released the trailer for "A Different Man," starring Sebastian Stan as Edward, a man with neurofibromatosis who undergoes facial reconstructive surgery. The film, directed by Aaron Schimberg, explores themes of beauty, identity, and societal perceptions. Stan, who won the best actor prize at the Berlin Film Festival for his role, shares the screen with Adam Pearson, an actor with the same condition. The film premieres on September 20.
The release of "The Apprentice" movie, starring Sebastian Stan and based on Donald Trump's life, has been halted due to a cease and desist letter from Trump's lawyers. The film, which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival, portrays Trump in a negative light, including alleged shady business deals and personal misconduct. Despite the legal threat, producers believe the film is fair and balanced and may benefit from the increased publicity.
Sebastian Stan will portray a young Donald Trump in the upcoming biopic "The Apprentice," which will premiere at the Cannes Film Festival. The film also features Jeremy Strong as Roy Cohn and explores Trump's rise to power in the 1970s and '80s through a deal with Cohn. The cast includes Maria Bakalova as Ivana Trump and Martin Donovan as Fred Trump Sr. Directed by Ali Abbasi, the movie is part of Cannes' 2024 main competition selections.
A fictionalized biopic on the early career of Donald Trump, titled "The Apprentice," is set to premiere at the Cannes Film Festival in May. The film follows Trump's rise in the real estate business in the 1970s and 80s, with actor Sebastian Stan portraying the young Trump. The movie also features Jeremy Strong as Roy Cohn and Maria Bakalova as Ivana Trump. The logline describes the film as a dive into the underbelly of the American empire, charting Trump's ascent to power through a Faustian deal with Roy Cohn.
Sebastian Stan is set to portray a young Donald Trump in the film "The Apprentice," directed by Ali Abbasi and written by Gabriel Sherman. The movie will debut at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival and explores Trump's rise to fame and his relationship with his family, including a "Faustian deal" with right-wing lawyer Roy Cohn. Stan, known for his role as Bucky Barnes in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, has expressed a preference for roles that challenge and scare him.
Sebastian Stan's first-look image as a young Donald Trump in the upcoming biopic "The Apprentice" has been revealed, with the film set to compete at the 2024 Cannes main competition. The movie explores Trump's rise to power through a "Faustian deal" with Roy Cohn, portrayed by Jeremy Strong, and features Maria Bakalova as Ivana Trump and Martin Donovan as Fred Trump Sr. The film is expected to generate controversy and is produced by a team from various countries. "The Apprentice" joins a list of titles competing for the Palme d'Or at Cannes, including works by Francis Ford Coppola, Yorgos Lanthimos, Paul Schrader, Jacques Audiard, Paolo Sorrentino, and David Cronenberg.
The 74th Berlin Film Festival concludes with Sebastian Stan winning Best Leading Performance for "A Different Man," while Martin Scorsese receives the Honorary Golden Bear. The festival featured a mix of films, with favorites including Mati Diop’s "Dahomey" and Victor Kossakovsky’s "Architection." High-profile deals at the European Film Market included Sony acquiring Kogonada’s next feature starring Margot Robbie and Colin Farrell. Other winners include "The Empire" by Bruno Dumont and "Memories of a Burning Body" by Antonella Sudasassi Furniss.
Director Aaron Schimberg's film "A Different Man" explores the complexities of disability representation in film, featuring Sebastian Stan as an aspiring actor with facial disfigurement who becomes obsessed with an actor playing him in a play. The film challenges prejudices and the impact of physical appearance on identity. Stan, known for his role in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, embraced the opportunity to portray a character unlike any he had done before, wearing a prosthetic to understand the character's physicality. The independent film also faced challenges in shooting in New York City and coordinating the schedules of its busy cast.
Sebastian Stan corrected a journalist for using insensitive language to describe his character's transformation in the movie "A Different Man" at the Berlin Film Festival, emphasizing the importance of using the right vocabulary when discussing sensitive topics. The film, directed by Aaron Schimberg, features Stan as an aspiring actor undergoing a reconstructive procedure to transform his disfigured appearance, with co-stars Renate Reinsve and Adam Pearson. Stan's intervention highlighted the film's aim to challenge preconceived ideas and educate audiences about such experiences.