Tesla Inc has been a huge gainer since President Donald Trump won the 2024 presidential election and has remained volatile since November. The president recently publicly endorsed Tesla, saying he hopes the stock price goes up. However, a new documentary might have investors questioning the electric vehicle company and CEO Elon Musk’s push into politics.
The Documentary: “Tesla Files”
A new documentary titled “Tesla Files” is set to be unveiled at the CPH:DOX festival. The documentary will be shown as a work-in-progress at the festival, produced by Mediwan’s Beetz Brothers, with Andreas Pichler as the director.
What to Expect from the Documentary
The documentary is named after 100 gigabytes of leaked internal data provided by whistleblower Lukasz Krupski, who previously worked for Tesla in Norway. Krupski was fired from Tesla in 2022 and had previously claimed that Tesla’s self-driving technology was not safe for public roads.
The documentary examines Krupski’s claims and testimonials from other former Tesla employees. According to Beetz Brothers CEO Christian Beetz, “We wanted to move beyond the data and show the human cost — families affected, victims, lawyers trying to fight back. These stories are painful and global.”
The Elon Musk System
The film will explore what it calls, “The Elon Musk System,” which is how the Tesla CEO announces ideas, executes them “and relentlessly pushes forward technological solutions, often at the expense of truth and with real human consequences.” The documentary fits three narratives of Musk’s grip on Tesla and his transformation into a political strategist, victim stories caused by self-driving, and a pattern of cover-ups and regulatory evasion.
Impact on Tesla’s Stock
The documentary is one of several entertainment features in the works that could cast a negative light on Musk and Tesla. With concerns over brand rankings and sales in Europe, Tesla could see continued negative sentiment and pressure throughout 2025. Tesla stock is currently up 9.44% to $272.20, but is down 28% year-to-date in 2025.
Other Projects in the Works
Oscar-winning documentary filmmaker Alex Gibney is also working on a film about Musk, which the Tesla CEO has labeled a “hit piece.” Additionally, a feature film is in the works on Musk’s life based on the biography by Walter Isaacson, with director Darren Aronofsky helming the film for A24.
Conclusion
The numerous Musk and Tesla films in the works could put the electric vehicle company in the spotlight, both positively and negatively. As the documentary and other projects are released, Tesla’s stock and reputation may be impacted, and investors should be aware of the potential risks and challenges facing the company.