Is Trump 2.0 Really a Woody Allen Flick?
The article explores the parallels between Woody Allen's 1973 film 'Sleeper' and contemporary political events, particularly those involving Donald Trump. It highlights how Trump's recent statements reflect the absurdity depicted in Allen's satire about society's views on junk food. The author, Frederic J. Frommer, draws connections between past and present cultural commentary.
- ▪Woody Allen's film 'Sleeper' imagines a future where junk food is considered healthy.
- ▪Donald Trump appears to embrace similar absurd notions in his recent statements.
- ▪Frederic J. Frommer is a writer and historian focusing on sports and politics.
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| Publication time | Mon, 25 May 2026 06:45:00 +0000 |
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Frederic J. Frommer / May 25, 2026 Is Trump 2.0 Really a Woody Allen Flick? On the similarities between decades-old satire and 2026. Politics Illustration by Noah Hickey/The Dispatch (Photos via Getty Images). Illustration by Noah Hickey/The Dispatch (Photos via Getty Images). Audio Turn any article into a podcast. Upgrade now to start listening. Text Size Members can share articles with friends & family to bypass the paywall. Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Threads Email 0 Open and scroll to the comments section Was Woody Allen onto something when he imagined a society 200 years in the future in which scientists have discovered that junk food was actually good for you? President Donald Trump seems to think so.
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