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Paul Franklin Dano (born June 19, 1984) is an American actor. He began his career on Broadway before making his film debut in The Newcomers (2000). He won the Independent Spirit Award for Best Debut Performance for his role in L.I.E. (2001) and received accolades for his role as Dwayne Hoover in Little Miss Sunshine (2006). For his dual roles as Paul and Eli Sunday in Paul Thomas Anderson's There Will Be Blood (2007), he was nominated for the BAFTA Award for Best Supporting Actor. Dano has also received accolades for roles such as John Tibeats in Steve McQueen's 12 Years a Slave (2013) and Alex Jones in Denis Villeneuve's Prisoners (2013). His acting portrayal of musician Brian Wilson in Love & Mercy (2014) earned him a Golden Globe nomination in the category of Best Supporting Actor. Dano made his directorial debut with the drama film Wildlife (2018), based on the novel by Richard Ford. He co-wrote the screenplay with his partner Zoe Kazan. In 2018, he starred in the Showtime miniseries Escape at Dannemora, for which he received a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Limited Series or Movie. In 2022, he played Edward Nashton / The Riddler in The Batman.
Paul Dano
Eric Avery
for Eric Avery in Jane's Addiction: Rituals of Rebellion
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"Rituals of Rebellion" is a gripping and visually stunning biopic that delves deep into the tumultuous journey of Jane's Addiction, one of the most influential and iconic bands in the history of alternative rock. From their formation in the gritty underground clubs of Los Angeles to their meteoric rise to fame and their enduring impact on music, this film captures the essence of the band's enigmatic frontman Perry Farrell, his eclectic bandmates, and their quest to revolutionize the music industry. Setting the scene against the backdrop of the late '80s and early '90s, a time marked by excess, decadence, and musical conformity, "Rituals of Rebellion" showcases Jane's Addiction's relentless pursuit of artistic freedom. The film explores their unique blend of punk, metal, and alternative rock that challenged the norms and set the stage for the alternative rock revolution. The heart of the story is Perry Farrell, the charismatic and unpredictable visionary, who led the band with a relentless drive for artistic authenticity. The film delves into his complex personality, from his early struggles with addiction and the formation of the band to his unyielding determination to create music that defied categorization. It also explores his relationships with bandmates Dave Navarro, Eric Avery, and Stephen Perkins, highlighting the intense creative chemistry that fueled their iconic sound.
