Paul Dano Cast in James Franco-Directed Film 'As I Lay Dying'

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Dano joins Michael Shannon in the cast ensemble of the film based on the acclaimed William Faulkner novel.

January 26, 2011

AceShowbiz - "There Will Be Blood" star Paul Dano has joined Michael Shannon among the stars of James Franco's directorial project "As I Lay Dying". Joaquin Phoenix and Richard Jenkins are also in talks to join the cast, according to Cinema Blend.

Franco will take a leading role in the movie, an adaptation of the acclaimed William Faulkner novel. According to MTV News, Franco will start shooting this summer.

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James Franco has previously worked behind the lens for some short films like "The Clerk's Tale" and "Masculinity & Me". He is also set to direct "The Night Stalker" in which he signs up to take the lead role.

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