American First Lady Melania Trump has released a teaser trailer for her new film, a notable move that offers the public an unprecedented look into the details of her private life during the sensitive period leading up to her husband Donald Trump's return to the White House. This work is a personal and human documentation of a pivotal stage, characterized by anticipation, pressure, and rapid change. The film, titled 'Melania' and running 104 minutes, is set to be released in cinemas worldwide starting January 30. It focuses on the 20 days preceding Donald Trump's inauguration—a period filled with challenges and intense preparations that reflected the tense and expectant atmosphere within the First Family. Amazon acquired the film's distribution rights for $40 million, described as the largest deal in documentary film history after fierce competition with major studios like Disney, Netflix, and Paramount, reflecting the media value and significant global interest in the project. The trailer begins with a captivating visual scene showing Melania preparing to enter the Capitol, wearing the same outfit she famously wore during her inaugural appearance. The First Lady appears with a confident smile under her wide, eye-catching black hat and says to the camera, 'Here we go again, back to the White House.' The trailer continues with scenes of Melania at her peak, ascending the steps of her private plane on high heels, holding work meetings at Mar-a-Lago, and making an elegant black-and-white dress appearance during her East Wing inauguration. The film highlights both her professional and personal life, shedding light on her pivotal role during that time. It also documents behind-the-scenes, warm family moments shared with her son Barron and her father, as well as highlighting the stringent security measures surrounding the First Family, which are an essential part of their daily lives. The trailer escalates the tension with footage of motorcades navigating New York City streets amidst loud sirens, reflecting the sensitivity of the security situation. In one gripping scene, Melania asks her security team with concern, 'Is everything safe?', a moment that encapsulates the immense pressure of that period. In another scene, the First Lady interrupts her husband as he prepares to give a speech, where Trump says, 'The greatest legacy I will be proud of in my life is the legacy of a peacemaker,' to which Melania adds, 'A peacemaker and a unifier.' These glimpses reveal the nature of the private dialogue between the couple away from the media's eye. The trailer concludes with Melania revealing the true motivation behind the film, especially as she navigates a second term and has gained experience dealing with the media scrutiny that comes with the office. She says, 'Everyone wants to know why this film... this is the answer.' The film's idea originated in the immediate aftermath of Trump's election victory, with negotiations beginning just a few days later, specifically on November 18 of last year, to turn the concept into a full-fledged cinematic project. Melania was directly involved in all stages of production, emphasizing her commitment to creating a work of high artistic quality, distinct from the conventional documentary format. In this context, Melania clarified that the 20 days before the U.S. president's inauguration represent a rare and transformative moment in her life, stressing that it is a period deserving of meticulous, honest, and masterful treatment. She added that she is proud to share this personal experience with cinema audiences and her admirers worldwide, describing it as a period of transformation and intensive planning.
