As a fan who has had the pleasure of witnessing some truly remarkable performances throughout my cinematic journey, I must say that the latest addition to Rian Johnson’s Knives Out saga, Wake Up Dead Man, promises to be nothing short of extraordinary. The ensemble cast, featuring the likes of Josh Brolin, Daniel Craig, Andrew Scott, Jeremy Renner, Mila Kunis, and many more, is a testament to the captivating story that Johnson has in store for us.
Similar to the intrigue surrounding the plot points of Rian Johnson’s upcoming film, “Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery,” details about the characters are being tightly guarded. However, Josh Brolin has recently dropped a hint about his role in the movie – whether he’ll be a suspect or a character in the ensemble cast. Joining the star-studded lineup, which includes Daniel Craig reprising his role as Benoit Blanc, Andrew Scott, Jeremy Renner, Mila Kunis, Josh O’Connor, Cailee Spaeny, Kerry Washington, Glenn Close, and Thomas Haden Church.
So far, details about the film “Wake Up Dead Man” have been gradually shared with viewers, and most recently, Josh Brolin has given fans more insights regarding this project. In an interview with Total Film, Brolin disclosed a crucial detail about his character – he’s playing a priest named Father Frank. This is one of the few characters in the movie whose name has been revealed. For Brolin, taking on the role of Father Frank feels like fate coming to fruition in an unexpected manner. He reminisced about a past conversation with his wife where they discussed her husband’s long-held wish to portray a church member on screen. He elaborated on this by saying:
“She jogged my memory by saying, ‘Don’t you recall a year ago when you mentioned wanting to play the role of a priest?’ She also added something like, ‘You really make things happen!’
Apart from playfully critiquing his character, Josh Brolin also had glowing words for director Rian Johnson. Throughout his career, Brolin has collaborated with some renowned filmmakers such as the Coen brothers, Denis Villeneuve, the Russo brothers, Ridley Scott, and Robert Rodriguez. However, his latest project with Rian Johnson stands among his most cherished roles ever made. He expressed:
I consider Rian Johnson to be my current favorite director now. It was an unforgettable experience, with a phenomenal ensemble cast.
Everything We Know About Wake Up Dead Man, So Far
A significant portion of the upcoming movie “Wake Up Dead Man” is yet to be revealed. Apart from the actors involved and its release date, not much else is known about it. Many new characters are still under wraps, making fans excited for the first trailer. It’s possible that viewers might discover crucial details soon since the filming has concluded. Rian Johnson announced this update through social media, posting a monochrome image of a cemetery (presumably where John Brolin’s Father Frank works), with a message urging caution around the graves.
Originally conceived as a unique murder mystery by Rian Johnson, the Knives Out franchise has become one of the most prosperous crime/comedy series in contemporary cinema. The film Knives Out was launched in 2019 and proved to be a significant box office triumph, earning nearly $313 million globally against a production budget of $40 million. Critics and audiences alike adored Daniel Craig’s portrayal of the unforgettable detective Benoit Blanc, which led to the sequel, Glass Onion, being released on Netflix in 2022. Featuring another A-list ensemble, the movie was once again met with critical acclaim and ruled Netflix’s Top 10 list for weeks. The upcoming installment, Wake Up Dead Man, is slated for release in 2025.
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2024-10-11 21:03