Radiohead's Jonny Greenwood and director Paul Thomas Anderson are demanding the removal of a piece of music from their2017 film 'Phantom Thread'after it appeared in a controversialAmazondocumentary about Melania Trump.
The song 'Barbara Rose,' composed by Greenwood for 'Phantom Thread,' features prominently in the new documentary, 'Melania.'
The film,directed by Brett Ratner, offers an intimate look at Melania Trump during the 20 days before her husband's second inauguration. It showcases her meetings with stylists, interior designers, and political allies.
The documentary has attracted attention not just for its content but also for its hefty price tagreportedly over $40 million paid by Amazon MGMand an additional $35 million spent on marketing.
This oversight constitutes a breach of Greenwood's composer agreement. The musicians and Anderson's team are now requesting the removal of the segment from the documentary.
The film's impressive box officeover $13 million in just two weekendshas surpassed many expectations. Yet, industry insiders believe the project may still fall short of recouping its enormous costs.
Amazon's investment in the film has prompted whispers about strategic motives, possibly aiming to influence or align with political figures likeDonald Trump. The choice to buy a high-profile project for such a hefty sum fuels speculation of political or commercial leverage behind the scenes.
Director Brett Ratner's return to filmmaking afterallegations of misconducthas also added layers of controversy. Ratner, once known for blockbuster hits like the 'Rush Hour' series, faced multiple accusations allegations he has denied.
His move toIsraelfollowing the allegations kept him out of theHollywoodspotlight, but his involvement in the 'Melania' documentary has reignited debate about accountability and motives in the industry.
Despite its high-profile release, the documentary has been heavily criticised. Critics have panned it for being more staged reality than genuine documentary.
Source: International Business Times UK
