Where's My Roy Cohn? is a documentary film directed by Matt Tyrnauer and released in 2019. The film explores the life and career of Roy Cohn, a controversial American lawyer who rose to prominence in the 1950s as the chief counsel to Senator Joseph McCarthy during the infamous communist witch hunt.
Cohn later became a prominent New York City lawyer, representing a wide range of clients including politicians, businessmen, and celebrities. He was also a mentor to Donald Trump, whom he met in the late 1970s and advised throughout much of his career.
The film uses archive footage and interviews with Cohn's friends, colleagues, and enemies to tell the story of his rise to power and his impact on American society. It explores how Cohn used his legal and political influence to shape public opinion and advance his own interests, often at the expense of others.
The film also delves into Cohn's personal life, revealing his secret homosexuality and his battle with AIDS, which he denied until his death in 1986.
Where's My Roy Cohn? has been praised for its insightful examination of a controversial figure and its relevance to contemporary American politics. It has also been criticized for its sympathetic portrayal of Cohn and its portrayal of the LGBTQ+ community.