Melania documentary creators say its big price tag wasn’t bribery

Documentary cost defended amid bribery accusations

The makers of Amazon’s Melania documentary have defended its exorbitant cost following accusations of bribery to appease the Trump empire.

Financial details of the documentary production

Amazon paid $40 million to Melania Trump’s production company for the film rights and another $35 million for marketing, making it one of the most expensive documentaries ever produced.

Director’s statement on the price tag

Director Brett Ratner stated that the $75 million price tag was not about corruption, emphasizing that the film was a legitimate production effort.

Public reaction and criticism

Some critics, including Jimmy Kimmel, have questioned the documentary’s purpose, with Kimmel referring to it as a ‘$75 million bribe’ and suggesting it may be a form of propaganda.

Media coverage and public discourse

The documentary’s promotion has sparked debate on social media and in entertainment news outlets, with some questioning whether Amazon’s involvement was intended to influence political figures or to humiliate the Trump family.

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