politics
February 7, 2026
The women who saw Melania in theaters: ‘If you’re Republican, this is girls’ night’
The Amazon documentary brought in $7m its opening weekend – thanks to admirers eager for a glimpse of the first lady’s secretive life
TL;DR
- The documentary "Melania" was seen by Republican women as a "girls' night out" event.
- The film had a strong opening weekend at the box office, grossing $7 million despite a high production cost.
- The audience demographic was largely female (72%) and over 45 years old (83%), with 75% being white.
- Viewers had varied reactions, with some appreciating the focus on Melania's fashion and personal moments, while others desired deeper insights into her character and marriage.
- Critics panned the film, but supporters argued it was not political and that criticism came from those who "hate President Trump."
- The film's director, Brett Ratner, faced scrutiny due to past accusations and his association with Jeffrey Epstein.
- Amazon plans to expand the film's release to more theaters due to its initial success.
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