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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.
In the sequel "World War Hulk," the plot unfolds after the events of "Planet Hulk." The Hulk, now back on Earth and overcome with rage after the death of his wife Caiera and the betrayal of the Illuminati, leads a brutal campaign of revenge against the Earth heroes who exiled him. The Hulk, more furious and powerful than ever, begins a series of cataclysmic battles against heroes including Wolverine, Iron Man, Doctor Strange, Black Panther and many others. The conflict threatens to cause destruction on a global scale as the Hulk advances inexorably towards his goal of making those responsible for his suffering pay. However, as the battle rages, secrets from the past come to light, and the heroes begin to question the morality of their past actions. The film takes a deep dive into the issue of superhero responsibility and the search for redemption. Hulk and the heroes meet in a final battle that will not only define the fate of the planet, but also challenge traditional notions of justice and revenge. "World War Hulk" promises a dark, thrilling and action-packed narrative as the MCU explores complex themes of morality, power and responsibility. This film leaves heroes and audiences alike questioning where to draw the line between hero and villain in a world full of superpowers and ethical dilemmas.
