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De Niro slams Trump, discusses new Netflix thriller
25 Aug
Summary
- De Niro stars in Netflix's 'The Whisper Man,' a crime thriller.
- He expresses strong concerns about Donald Trump's impact.
- De Niro discusses balancing his career with family life.
Legendary actor Robert De Niro is set to appear in the new Netflix thriller "The Whisper Man," which begins streaming on August 28. In the film, he portrays a retired police detective who assists his son in finding an abducted child, uncovering a connection to a serial killer. De Niro noted the film taps into primal fears, particularly the unsettling nature of random crimes, which he finds especially alarming today.
Beyond his film work, the 83-year-old actor shared his fervent opposition to former President Donald Trump, predicting Trump will "destroy" America and expressing disbelief at those who continue to support him. De Niro characterized some of Trump's followers as part of a "cult."
De Niro also discussed his current career choices, emphasizing that as he ages, he has less time to waste and must carefully balance work commitments with his family obligations, including his 3-year-old daughter, Gia. He also mentioned upcoming projects, including a comedy sequel and his ongoing collaborations with director Martin Scorsese.
