Quentin Tarantino criticized actor Paul Dano during a podcast, calling him weak and uninteresting, particularly in his role in 'There Will Be Blood,' despite Dano's acclaimed performances in other films. Tarantino also suggested that actor Austin Butler would have been better suited for Dano's role, which Dano originally played as a minor part before being cast in a dual role by director Paul Thomas Anderson.
Quentin Tarantino shared his top 20 films of the 21st century on The Bret Easton Ellis Podcast, ranking 'There Will Be Blood' at No. 5 but criticizing Paul Dano's performance as a flaw, which has sparked debate given Dano's acclaimed acting career. Tarantino preferred Austin Butler for the role and dismissed Dano as a 'non-entity,' despite Dano's widely praised performances in other films.
Quentin Tarantino criticized Paul Dano's performance in 'There Will Be Blood,' calling him the film's 'biggest flaw' and suggesting Austin Butler would have been a better choice for the role.
Paul Dano is set to star in A24's drama 'The Chaperones,' directed by India Donaldson, about three friends hired to transport a troubled teen across the country, with a cast including Cooper Hoffman and David Jonsson. The film is produced by Robert Pattinson’s Icki Eneo Arlo and Brad Pitt’s Plan B, marking multiple reunions for Dano with these production companies.
'The Wizard Of The Kremlin,' directed by Olivier Assayas and starring Jude Law and Paul Dano, premiered at the Venice Film Festival to an almost 12-minute standing ovation, depicting a fictionalized account of a Russian spin doctor aiding Vladimir Putin's rise to power, and received enthusiastic critical and audience acclaim.
Paul Dano stars as Vadim Baranov in Olivier Assayas' political thriller 'The Wizard of the Kremlin,' exploring themes of power, truth, and political manipulation set against the backdrop of Russia's tumultuous transition from the Soviet Union to the Russian Federation. Dano discusses his approach to the complex role and the film's relevance to contemporary political landscapes.
In the Netflix movie "Spaceman," the character of Hanuš, a giant alien spider voiced by Paul Dano, serves as a symbolic and psychological companion to Adam Sandler's astronaut character, Jakub. The spider helps Jakub confront his inner struggles and selfish attitudes, ultimately guiding him to reevaluate his life and relationships. The film leaves the question of Hanuš' reality open to interpretation, with the director suggesting that the answer lies in the eye of the beholder.
Actor Paul Dano believes that the current superhero fatigue in Hollywood is a "welcome moment" that could lead to better quality movies in the future, attributing the trend to a focus on quantity over quality in recent years. While initially uninterested in comic book movies, Dano was drawn to The Batman due to director Matt Reeves' writing. The superhero genre faced box office disappointments in 2022, prompting a need for Marvel and DC to regroup.
The ending of Netflix's movie "Spaceman" is open to interpretation, with the director and cast offering insights into its deeper meaning. Adam Sandler sees it as a journey back to the beginning of love, while Paul Dano suggests it could represent death or rebirth. Director Johan Renck discusses the concept of time and the ability to start anew, emphasizing the importance of moving forward in life.
Netflix's film "Spaceman" follows a Czech astronaut on a solo journey near Jupiter, where he encounters a lovable giant spider alien named Hanus, voiced by Paul Dano. The film explores themes of loneliness and personal failings, with restrained performances from Adam Sandler and Paul Dano. Despite its sad tone, the story ties together well and ends on a hopeful note, making it a poignant and cathartic sci-fi experience.
Netflix has released a teaser for the upcoming Adam Sandler film "Spaceman," which follows an astronaut who turns to a mysterious creature for help as his life falls apart. While the plot may not be initially captivating, the teaser featuring Paul Dano's voice narration has generated intrigue. The film also stars Carey Mulligan and will be available to stream on Netflix starting March 1st.
Sony Pictures has released the trailer for Dumb Money, a comedy-drama directed by Craig Gillespie that tells the story behind the Reddit-fueled rise of GameStop. Paul Dano leads an ensemble cast, playing Keith Gill, who starts it all by sinking his life savings into the flailing GameStop stock and posting about it. The movie hits theaters on September 22.
Paul Dano, a juror at the Cannes Film Festival, stated that he will join the picket line with striking writers when he returns home. Ruben Ostlund, the Cannes Jury boss, praised the strike as a means to revolutionize one's profession for the better. Elizabeth Banks, director of "Cocaine Bear," spoke out about the dangers of AI and the need to hold the line as a community. The WGA has not responded to any strike activities occurring at Cannes. The local police chief has banned all protests in public places for the duration of the festival.
