Brandon Flynn has been cast to play James Dean in the upcoming biopic 'Willie and Jimmy Dean,' based on William Bast's memoir about their private relationship and Dean's life, focusing on their friendship, romance, and Dean's tragic death, aiming for a humanizing portrayal.
A biopic about James Dean's personal life, focusing on his relationship with William Bast and his struggles with his sexuality in the 1950s, has cast Brandon Flynn as Dean. The film, based on Bast's memoir, aims to humanize Dean and explore his complex personal life, diverging from traditional biopics.
Amber Heard, Brandon Flynn, and Lío Mehiel have joined the cast of Jeremy O. Harris' world premiere play 'Spirit of the People' at the Williamstown Theatre Festival, which is exploring themes of land and destruction and features a diverse, innovative lineup of performances. The festival is undergoing a creative overhaul, aiming to revitalize its community feel and debut new works, including Harris' latest piece.