Shia LaBeouf ‘fully supports’ release of documentary about turmoil at his now-closed theater company

Shia LaBeouf is approving the release of a new documentary that lifts the veil on his teaching methods at the “experimental theater company” he founded at the Slauson Rec Center in South Central LA.

Shia LaBeouf is approving the release of a new documentary that lifts the veil on his teaching methods at the “experimental theater company” he founded at the Slauson Rec Center in South Central LA. The trailer for “Slauson Rec,” released Tuesday, documents intense and revealing interactions between LaBeouf and his students, with LaBeouf seen slamming his fist on a table while shouting profanities. According to a news release, LaBeouf is not creatively involved in the documentary. When reached for comment, a representative for the actor directed CNN to the statement provided to Vanity Fair, which stated he “fully” supports the project’s release. “I gave Leo (Lewis O’Neil, ‘Slauson Rec’ director) this camera and encouraged him to share his vision and his personal experience without edit,” the statement read. “I am aware of the doc and fully support the release of the film. While my teaching methods may be unconventional for some, I am proud of the incredible accomplishments that these kids achieved. Together we turned a drama class into an acting company. I wish only good things for Leo and everyone who was part of The Slauson Rec Company.” The doc will “examine power dynamics and control within an experimental theater collective,” according to an official synopsis, and will give audiences a deeper look at the complex relationship that developed between the members and LaBeouf.