Amaya Toman When the media reported on the content of the Apple TV+ streaming service, the movie The Banker was mentioned among other things. It was set to premiere this week at the American Film Institute's annual festival in Los Angeles, hit theaters on December 6, and finally be available to Apple TV+ subscribers. But in the end, Apple decided not to show its film, at least at the festival.
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In its official statement, the company said that the reason for its decision was certain concerns that arose in connection with the film during the past week. "We need some time with the filmmakers to study them and determine the best next steps," says Apple. According to The New York Times, Apple has yet to decide when (and if) The Banker will be released in theaters.
The Banker is one of the first films in a series of original works for Apple TV+. It was this film that raised considerable expectations, and in connection with it there was also talk of a certain potential in terms of film awards. Starring Anthony Mackie and Samuel L. Jackson, the plot is inspired by a true story and tells the story of revolutionary businessmen Bernard Garrett and Joe Morris. Both heroes want to help other African-Americans achieve their American dream in the difficult atmosphere of the 1960s.
Magazine Deadline reported that the reason for the suspension is an ongoing investigation related to the family of Bernard Garrett Sr. - one of the men the film is about. In its statement, Apple did not specify any further details, but said that the details should become public in the near future.
