Donald Trump's The Art of the Deal: The Movie

A satirical mockumentary that parodies Donald Trump's 1987 business book, 'The Art of the Deal.' The film humorously reenacts key moments and strategies from Trump's early career, portraying him as a larger-than-life, egomaniacal figure. It features celebrity cameos and comedic interpretations of his business dealings and public persona. The movie serves as a lighthearted jab at the real estate mogul's public image and the book's self-promotional narrative.

The film was released directly to the internet as a marketing tie-in for Trump's presidential campaign. Critically, it was received as a well-intentioned but ultimately shallow satire, with many noting the humor was somewhat dated or reliant on the then-current public perception of Trump. Audience reactions were mixed, with some appreciating the comedic approach and celebrity involvement, while others found it to be too niche or not particularly effective as political commentary.

• A peculiar and somewhat amusing attempt at satirizing Donald Trump's persona and business book.
• Relies heavily on Johnny Depp's impressionistic portrayal of Trump, which some found more distracting than effective.
• Considered more of a novelty or a curiosity than a substantial piece of satire.

Google audience: Audience reviews were scarce due to its limited release, but those available generally found the film to be a humorous curiosity. Some viewers appreciated the celebrity cameos and the playful take on Trump's public image, while others felt the satire lacked depth and was not particularly memorable.

The film was originally conceived as a web series for Funny or Die and later compiled into a feature-length movie.