Dwayne Johnson to Star in 'Free Byrd' From Artists Equity, Greg Kwedar
Dwayne Johnson is set to star in 'Free Byrd,' an original action film from Artists Equity and director Greg Kwedar.
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Dwayne Johnson has signed on to star in 'Free Byrd,' a project from Artists Equity and Greg Kwedar. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Johnson will portray a motorcycle stuntman who is hiding his dementia.
Coverage from Variety, Collider, and MovieWeb emphasizes the involvement of Ben Affleck and Matt Damon via Artists Equity. Comic Book Resources notes that the dramatic role is part of a continued pursuit of an Oscar following a snub for 'Smashing Machine'.
Future developments will center on the production of this original action movie as Johnson transitions into this specific dramatic role.
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Quick answers
What is the plot of 'Free Byrd'?
The film features Dwayne Johnson as a motorcycle stuntman who is concealing his dementia.
Who is producing the film?
The project is from Artists Equity, which involves Ben Affleck and Matt Damon.
Who is directing the movie?
Greg Kwedar is attached to the project.
Coverage (6)
- Dwayne Johnson Cast as Motorcycle Stuntman With Dementia in Oscar Nominee’s New Movie Yahoo · 5h ago
- Dwayne Johnson Finds His Next Action Movie From Ben Affleck & Matt Damon MovieWeb · 5h ago
- After Smashing Machine Snub, Dwayne Johnson Continues Oscar Hunt With New Dramatic Role Comic Book Resources · 5h ago
- Dwayne Johnson Officially Finds Next Original Action Movie With Matt Damon Collider · 5h ago
- Dwayne Johnson to Star as Motorcycle Stuntman Hiding His Dementia in ‘Free Byrd’ The Hollywood Reporter · 5h ago
- Dwayne Johnson to Star in 'Free Byrd' From Artists Equity, Greg Kwedar Variety · 5h ago
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