Stellan Skarsgård Slams Trump as 'Little Man with Megalomania' over Greenland Annexation Plans
In a scathing critique, Swedish actor Stellan Skarsgård has labeled US President Donald Trump's efforts to annex Greenland "absurd" and accused him of exhibiting "megalomania". During a recent appearance at the European Film Awards, Skarsgård told Polish outlet Interia that Trump's actions were "a little man who got megalomania" and would stop at nothing to take control.
Skarsgård's comments follow Trump's threat to purchase Greenland "complete and total" and impose financial tariffs on EU nations deploying troops in opposition. The Swedish actor, who is currently a frontrunner for the supporting actor Oscar for his role in Sentimental Value, likened Trump's behavior to that of a "criminal".
The actor's words echo those of fellow Vikings and collaborators Joachim Trier and Björk, both of whom have also spoken out against Trump's plans. Speaking on social media, Icelandic singer-songwriter Björk expressed sympathy for Greenlanders fighting for independence from Danish colonial rule, warning that the island nation was vulnerable to "another cruel coloniser".
Skarsgård himself has been open about his own struggles with health issues, including a recent stroke, and has recently confirmed that he is working on a potential Mamma Mia! sequel. Despite this, it's clear that he will not hesitate to speak truth to power – or in Trump's case, megalomaniacal ambitions.
In a scathing critique, Swedish actor Stellan Skarsgård has labeled US President Donald Trump's efforts to annex Greenland "absurd" and accused him of exhibiting "megalomania". During a recent appearance at the European Film Awards, Skarsgård told Polish outlet Interia that Trump's actions were "a little man who got megalomania" and would stop at nothing to take control.
Skarsgård's comments follow Trump's threat to purchase Greenland "complete and total" and impose financial tariffs on EU nations deploying troops in opposition. The Swedish actor, who is currently a frontrunner for the supporting actor Oscar for his role in Sentimental Value, likened Trump's behavior to that of a "criminal".
The actor's words echo those of fellow Vikings and collaborators Joachim Trier and Björk, both of whom have also spoken out against Trump's plans. Speaking on social media, Icelandic singer-songwriter Björk expressed sympathy for Greenlanders fighting for independence from Danish colonial rule, warning that the island nation was vulnerable to "another cruel coloniser".
Skarsgård himself has been open about his own struggles with health issues, including a recent stroke, and has recently confirmed that he is working on a potential Mamma Mia! sequel. Despite this, it's clear that he will not hesitate to speak truth to power – or in Trump's case, megalomaniacal ambitions.
i mean, who rips off some1s land w/o even askn? its like, super unfair & not cool at all!! 
stellan skarsgård is probs one of the only ppl out there who's willing to speak truth 2 power & stand up 4 greelanders! 
he's like, totally right in calling trump a "little man w/ megalomania" lol, sounds like someone who cant even handle his own ego 
anywayz, i hope skarsgård keeps speakin out & dont let trumps bs silence him 
The notion of Trump's actions being driven by megalomania resonates with me, as it speaks to the concept of "hubris" - an all-encompassing ego that can lead individuals to overestimate their own abilities and underestimate the consequences of their actions. In this case, Trump's attempts to annex Greenland seem more akin to a grandiose fantasy than a pragmatic policy initiative. 
The fact that Skarsgård has been vocal about his concerns suggests that not everyone is buying into the hype surrounding these plans... 
I mean, what's next? Buying a whole island and making it his own personal playground? 
It's just laughable at this point. And to call him "a little man with megalomania"? 
that's just spot on. The guy's got zero self-awareness, no idea how the world works or what other people want. Newsflash, Trump: Greenland ain't yours just because you tweet about it 
. I mean, who wouldn't want to take control of a strategic location with huge mineral resources? It's not like anyone else wants it that badly... and if some EU countries are already opposed, maybe they're just not thinking big enough 
. Plus, it's not like Trump is trying to impose his will through force or anything, he's just offering a business deal 
megalomania much? and what's with the tariffs thing? is he even trying to hide how ridiculous this all is? 
And btw, who needs a whole country just because you're feeling a little powerful? That megalomaniacal vibe is super creepy. Like, I get it, he thinks he's some kind of big deal, but come on, dude. The world isn't that small. 
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It's wild that Skarsgård is calling him out like that - I mean, who wouldn't want to take down someone with megalomania issues 
I mean come on... annexing Greenland? Like what even is the point of that? It's just gonna be some poor dude with a megaphone yelling at people from the top of a mountain 
. Trump needs to get over himself, honestly. And can we please talk about how the EU nations are already like "no thanks, dude" when it comes to deploying troops over there? Like, what's next? Trying to buy Alaska or something? 
they're already dealing with some harsh weather and now trump is threatening them? it's like, we get it dude, you've got a big ego but annexing an entire island is just not cool 
What's next, Trump? Trying to take over Mars or something? 
. Greenland might not be the most strategic move for the US, but hey, at least Trump is trying to stir some drama in Washington 
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like what even is this dude thinking? He's got some serious issues with ego and control... I mean, who tries to take over another country? It's just so concerning 
especially since he's going through his own health struggles right now, this shows us he's not afraid of standing up for what he believes in 
And what's with the threats against EU nations? Trying to scare them into submission? 
stellan skarsgård is right though, trump does seem like a little boy who can't handle not getting his way... and those megalomania vibes are seriously unsettling 
, and stellan skarsgård is trying to hold on to some sense of sanity 
. i mean, annexing greenland? that's like trying to own someone else's backyard 
. it's not even about the land itself, but about control and power 
. and trump's got this weird idea that he can just buy and sell countries like they're commodities 
. it's a sad commentary on our global state of affairs, where diplomacy is seen as weak and negotiation is viewed as a sign of weakness 
. it's like he's saying, 'hey, we're all human beings, deserving of respect and dignity 
. anyway, i'm glad someone is speaking truth to power, even if it means going against the status quo 