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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

Officer Albert Merlot
for Officer Albert Merlot in The Troops of Santa Monica
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In the sunny coastal town of Santa Monica, California, a small police force led by Chief Mike Johnson strives to maintain order and safety during the bustling summer season. Chief Johnson, a seasoned officer with a penchant for unconventional methods, is faced with the challenge of keeping the peace amidst the chaos of tourists, locals, and petty criminals. The story unfolds as Chief Johnson's efforts to maintain law and order are put to the test when a prestigious international film festival descends upon Santa Monica. With celebrities, filmmakers, and paparazzi flooding the streets, chaos ensues, and Chief Johnson's squad finds themselves in over their heads. As tensions rise, Chief Johnson recruits his loyal but eccentric team to navigate the madness. Officer Lucas, a bumbling yet well-meaning cop, and Officer Georges, a tough-as-nails rookie with a heart of gold, join Chief Johnson in his quest to uphold justice. Meanwhile, notorious gang of jewel thieves led by the cunning Fredo The Diamond Fredone sets its sights on the glittering treasures of the film festival. With the city teetering on a brink of mayhem, Chief Johnson and his team must outsmart the criminals and restore order to Santa Monicathe Amidst the chaos, love blossoms between Officer Lucas and a charming actress who finds herself entangled in the criminal underworld. As the stakes escalate, Chief Johnson and his ragtag team must band together to save the day and protect the vibrant spirit of Santa Monica.


