Inside the Unlikely Love Story: How Erik Bork Turned Trump vs. Anti-Trump Fury into a RomCom Surprise
Ever wonder if a romcom could tackle the political divide without turning into a fiery battleground? Writer/Director Erik Bork takes a daring swing with his new film Elephant in the Room, where an Anti-Trump woman and a pro-Trump MAGA supporter navigate love—and chaos—amidst the stormy backdrop of 2020’s pandemic and polarized politics. Balancing viewpoints while keeping humor and heart intact is no easy feat, yet Bork dives right in, even revealing how non-profit funding lent a hand in bringing this timely tale to life. Having chatted with Erik before about his story-crafting wisdom, it’s fascinating to see how his ideas evolve into something this provocative—and, yes, downright entertaining. Curious how this political romcom squeezed into the COVID era turned out?
