US EditionControversial Oscar Winner Praises Trump’s Acting Skills: ‘Wish I Could Direct Him Now’
- Woody Allen praised Donald Trump's acting and described working with him on the 1998 film Celebrity as a pleasant experience.
- Allen expressed surprise that Trump chose a political career given the stress and headaches involved with politics.
- Allen noted Trump's professionalism, politeness, and charm during filming and said Trump hit his marks correctly with a flair for show business.
- Allen said, "If he would let me direct him now that he's president, I think I could do wonders," but clarified he disagrees with 95% to 99% of Trump's policies.
- Allen's remarks suggest respect for Trump's acting while distancing from his politics, highlighting the difference between Trump's political role and his skills on camera.
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According to the director, the president is a great actor, he simply did everything right in his 1998 film, but he doesn't understand why he went on to become a politician.
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