Paul Dano has signed on for the role of Brian Wilson in an upcoming biopic documenting the life of the Beach Boys frontman. The film, “Love and Mercy,” will be directed by first time helmer Bill Pohlad.
According to Showbiz411.com, Dano has been honing his piano playing chops for the role:
“I have to learn to play the piano. And I have to work on my singing,” adding that he already plays a little guitar, “I can play chords already, and I know enough to get by.”
Wilson himself added in a statement that he was “thrilled” with the selection of Dano for the part:
“I am thrilled that Paul Dano has signed on to play me during one of my most creative explosions and most fulfilling musical times in my career. I still can’t believe how cool it is that my life will be portrayed on the big screen and to have Bill Pohlad as the captain of the Sloop John B is amazing! It just makes me feel so humble. I can’t wait to see it with a full tub of buttered popcorn.”
by RTT Staff Writer
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