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Elon Musk Documentary Ignites Backlash After Venice Film Festival Premiere

A critical new documentary about Elon Musk, directed by Alex Gibney, has sparked controversy following its Venice debut, with Musk rejecting its portrayal and threatening legal action.

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Ashley St. Clair reveals she rejected Musk's $40 million NDA

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Alex Gibney's 'Musk' documentary premieres at Venice Film Festival

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AI-simulated Musk interview featured in the documentary

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Gibney warns about Musk's influence on democracies

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Musk disputes St. Clair's NDA claim and reacts to documentary's publicity

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Musk publicly attacks Gibney and threatens legal action

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