Paul Mescal joins the cast of the film, which will be released in 2040.

Paul Mescal joins the cast of the film, which will be released in 2040.

Paul Mescal joins the cast of the film, which will be released in 2040.

Aftersun star to appear in Richard Linklater’s new film!

2023 was a good year for the actor. Paul Mescalknown for productions such as the TV series Ordinary people and famous movie after the sun. After being cast as the lead in the sequel GladiatorRidley Scott, Mescal is now part of the cast Fun we rollNew film Richard Linklater (Adolescence, before sunrise), which is scheduled to debut only on 2040 (via IndieWire).

Fun we roll is an adaptation of the musical of the same name. Stephen Sondheimwhich is inspired by Broadway in George S. Kaufman and moss deer. In the story, three friends grow old while trying to build a career in the entertainment industry.

According to individualwireMescal will play the composer Franklin Sheparda role previously given to an actor Blake Jenner (almost 18). In addition to the Aftersun star, the cast Fun we roll Also have Ben Platt (Politician Dear Evan Hansen) and Beanie Feldstein (Outstanding).

Paul Mescal gained a lot of attention in the film industry for his role in the critically acclaimed film After Sunburn.

And no, you read the above correctly: Linklater’s new project really should hit theaters from now on. 20 years. This is because the production follows in reverse chronological order the journey of the three main characters in their respective professions.

Richard Linklater is more than used to directing big productions such as Fun we roll. Movie Adolescence: from childhood to adolescencelaunched in 2014deferred 12 years to completeas he followed the life of a boy raised by divorced parents.

In a recent interview with IndieWire, Linklater commented on the new project, stating that he was not worried about the time it would take to complete the film. “I’m thinking about telling the story and making the movie the best it can be”- said the director.

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