Renowned yet contentious lawyer Roy Cohn wielded significant influence in the cutthroat arenas of New York City’s business and political scenes. Serving as the chief counsel to Senator Joseph R. McCarthy during the 1950s probes into Communist activities, Cohn is also recognized for his role as Donald Trump’s former personal attorney, fixer, and mentor. A forthcoming HBO documentary, set to premiere in 2019, will spotlight pivotal moments in Cohn’s life, utilizing a wealth of recently discovered archival footage.