The trailer released for Alex Gibney’s Elon Musk documentary confirms that the production will be a comprehensive examination. The documentary, which runs for approximately four hours and includes a ten-minute intermission, offers an in-depth look into the life of the world’s wealthiest man.

Director Alex Gibney, known for his documentaries on Enron and Scientology, is drawing attention with this new work. The movie is set to be released in select theaters on October 9th.

Documentary Content and Controversial Issues

The documentary details some of Musk’s most criticized career moves. In particular, his leadership at the DOGE agency and his role in the MAGA movement are among the focal points of the production.

Director Gibney questions Musk’s promises about future technological achievements and the likelihood of those promises being fulfilled. Additionally, accidents experienced by drivers relying on Tesla’s autonomous driving platform also find a place in the documentary.

One of the most talked-about parts of the production is the theories that Starlink satellites were used in the 2024 presidential election. These theories started as a conspiracy theory circulating on the fringes of the internet.

However, messages shared by Musk’s ex-girlfriend Ashley St. Clair took the matter to a different level. The messages allegedly mention Musk talking about using a matrix anomaly to turn the election in favor of Trump.

There is no concrete evidence that such an intervention is technically possible. Again, these claims form one of the controversial elements at the heart of the documentary.

Gibney’s previous films on Elizabeth Holmes and the torture practices during the War on Terror suggest that this production will also be an impartial examination. The documentary aims to present viewers with a broad perspective on Musk’s influence in the business and political arenas.

Elon Musk’s Reaction to the Documentary

Elon Musk does not seem at all happy with this documentary about his life. In his posts on the X platform, he used quite harsh words against director Gibney.

Musk described Gibney as a bitter old man who lost his way a long time ago. He also argued that the director is a terrible person with zero integrity.

Opposing the release of the documentary, Musk threatened to sue director Gibney for defamation. These reflections reveal the tension the documentary has generated before its release.

The documentary, which has a 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, will be released in a limited number of cinemas on October 9th. It will be available in a wider network of cinemas from October 16th onwards.

With its approximately four-hour runtime, the documentary is quite ambitious and promises viewers a long viewing experience. Do you think this documentary will add a new dimension to the discussions about Elon Musk?