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Alex Gibney says Universal ‘wavered’ over releasing Elon Musk documentary

Alex Gibney says Universal ‘wavered’ over releasing Elon Musk documentary

Summary

Director Alex Gibney said that Universal Pictures hesitated before deciding on the international release of his Elon Musk documentary. Although Universal worried about possible legal threats from Musk, they remain committed to releasing the film worldwide.

Key Facts

  • Alex Gibney directed a four-hour documentary about Elon Musk.
  • Universal Pictures owns the rights to distribute the film outside North America.
  • Universal hesitated, or “wavered,” about releasing the film internationally.
  • Reports suggested Universal feared legal action from Elon Musk.
  • Gibney denied legal concerns were the only reason for the delay.
  • Gibney said discussions about an international release plan are now happening.
  • Elon Musk criticized the film and Gibney publicly on social media.
  • Universal said they remain committed to releasing the documentary globally.
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