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While in production on About Schmidt, Alexander Payne was given Bob Nelson's screenplay by producers Albert Berger and Ron Yerxa, asking him to recommend a director. He asked to direct it himself but didn't want to follow-up the road trip movies Sideways (which he was in pre-production on) with another road movie, and waiting to make it until completing The Descendants. |
While in production on ''[[About Schmidt]]'', Alexander Payne was given Bob Nelson's screenplay by producers Albert Berger and Ron Yerxa, asking him to recommend a director. He asked to direct it himself but didn't want to follow-up the road trip movies Sideways (which he was in pre-production on) with another road movie, and waiting to make it until completing The Descendants. |
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Payne originally considered Gene Hackman for the role of the elderly father Woody Grant but he had already retired and couldn't be convinced to take the role. |
Payne originally considered Gene Hackman for the role of the elderly father Woody Grant, but he had already retired and couldn't be convinced to take the role. Although Robert De Niro, Robert Duvall, Jack Nicholson, and Robert Forester were all considered for the role, Bruce Dern was ultimately cast because: |
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"''Well, he’s of the right age now and he can be both ingenuous and ornery. And he’s a cool actor. And in a contextual level I haven’t seen on the big screen a great Bruce Dern performance in a few years and I’m curious to see what he can do. He’s a helluva nice guy as well.'"'<ref name="leoadambiga.wordpress.com">http://leoadambiga.wordpress.com/2012/10/26/alexander-paynes-nebraska-comes-home-to-roost-the-states-cinema-prodigal-son-is-back-filming-again-in-his-home-state-after-long-absence/</ref> |
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The role of son David was likewise a desired role by several in Hollywood. Bryan Cranston read for the role but was considered a bad fit by Payne. Matthew Moodine public spoke of being considered,<ref>http://theinterrobang.com/2012/05/matthew-modine-directed-by-the-best</ref> Also considered candidates for the role were Paul Rudd and Casey Affleck. Ultimately Will Forte was selected by Payne, despite rumors that a high profile actor was wanted. Payne stated he cast the comedian because: |
The role of son David was likewise a desired role by several in Hollywood. Bryan Cranston read for the role but was considered a bad fit by Payne. Matthew Moodine public spoke of being considered,<ref>http://theinterrobang.com/2012/05/matthew-modine-directed-by-the-best</ref> Also considered candidates for the role were Paul Rudd and Casey Affleck. Ultimately Will Forte was selected by Payne, despite rumors that a high profile actor was wanted. Payne stated he cast the comedian because: |
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"''Will Forte, physically, I believed could be the son of Bruce Dern and June Squib (who play’s Woody’s long-suffering wife, Kate). and then I just believe him as a guy I would know around Omaha or meet in Billings. He has a very, very believable quality. And I also think for the character of David he is capable of communicating a certain wide-eyed quality toward life and also damage – like he’s been damaged somehow, somewhere.''" <ref name="leoadambiga.wordpress.com"/> |
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Revision as of 06:05, 21 January 2013
Nebraska is an upcoming American film starring Bruce Dern and Will Forte. It is directed by Alexander Payne.[1] It is expected to be released in late 2013.[2]
Plot
A father and son trek from Montana to Nebraska to claim prize money.[1] Along the way, the two meet up with friends, relatives and acquaintances to whom the father owes money.[3]
Production
Screenplay
While in production on About Schmidt, Alexander Payne was given Bob Nelson's screenplay by producers Albert Berger and Ron Yerxa, asking him to recommend a director. He asked to direct it himself but didn't want to follow-up the road trip movies Sideways (which he was in pre-production on) with another road movie, and waiting to make it until completing The Descendants.
Casting
Payne originally considered Gene Hackman for the role of the elderly father Woody Grant, but he had already retired and couldn't be convinced to take the role. Although Robert De Niro, Robert Duvall, Jack Nicholson, and Robert Forester were all considered for the role, Bruce Dern was ultimately cast because:
"Well, he’s of the right age now and he can be both ingenuous and ornery. And he’s a cool actor. And in a contextual level I haven’t seen on the big screen a great Bruce Dern performance in a few years and I’m curious to see what he can do. He’s a helluva nice guy as well.'"'[4]
The role of son David was likewise a desired role by several in Hollywood. Bryan Cranston read for the role but was considered a bad fit by Payne. Matthew Moodine public spoke of being considered,[5] Also considered candidates for the role were Paul Rudd and Casey Affleck. Ultimately Will Forte was selected by Payne, despite rumors that a high profile actor was wanted. Payne stated he cast the comedian because:
"Will Forte, physically, I believed could be the son of Bruce Dern and June Squib (who play’s Woody’s long-suffering wife, Kate). and then I just believe him as a guy I would know around Omaha or meet in Billings. He has a very, very believable quality. And I also think for the character of David he is capable of communicating a certain wide-eyed quality toward life and also damage – like he’s been damaged somehow, somewhere." [4]
filming
The film is being shot in black and white.[3] Payne chose to film in black and white to produce an "iconic, archetypal look".[6] According to film cinematographer Phedon Papamichael, the film choice is to utilize "the poetic power of the black and white in combination with these landscapes and of course the landscapes are playing a huge role in this story".[6] The choice of black and white was done against distributor Paramount Pictures wishes.[6]
Nebraska started filming in locations in Nebraska state in November 2012. Filming moved to Billings, Montana and will move to Buffalo, Wyoming and Rapid City, South Dakota.[1][3] and wrapped in December after a 35 day shoot.
Cast
- Bruce Dern as Woody Grant
- Will Forte as David Grant
- Stacy Keach
- Bob Odenkirk
- Devin Ratray
Sources: The Film Stage,[6] Variety[7]
References
- ^ a b c "Alexander Payne's 'Nebraska' wraps filming in Montana, headed to Wyoming and South Dakota next". December 3, 2012.
- ^ Cunliffe, Jack (November 30, 2012). "Will Forte and Bruce Dern On Alexander Payne's 'Nebraska' Set; Aiming For Christmas 2013 Release". The Film Stage. Retrieved December 12, 2012.
- ^ a b c Webb, Gaci (November 30, 2012). "'Nebraska' filming attracts local actors, gawkers". Billings Gazette. Retrieved December 3, 2012.
- ^ a b http://leoadambiga.wordpress.com/2012/10/26/alexander-paynes-nebraska-comes-home-to-roost-the-states-cinema-prodigal-son-is-back-filming-again-in-his-home-state-after-long-absence/
- ^ http://theinterrobang.com/2012/05/matthew-modine-directed-by-the-best
- ^ a b c d "Alexander Payne Plans 'Wilson' Shoot Next Year; Talks Jim Jarmusch Influence and B&W Struggles For 'Nebraska". The Film Stage. November 6, 2012. Retrieved December 3, 2012.
- ^ "Red carpet heat on multiple fronts". Variety. September 23, 2012. Retrieved December 3, 2012.