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Dafoe, Bailey, Dinklage Join Hanks in 'Lincoln in the Bardo'
28 Aug
Summary
- Willem Dafoe, Jonathan Bailey, and Peter Dinklage join the cast.
- Tom Hanks stars as President Abraham Lincoln in live-action.
- The film explores Lincoln's grief over his son's death.
Starburns Industries' "Lincoln in the Bardo" has added Willem Dafoe, Jonathan Bailey, and Peter Dinklage to its distinguished voice cast. These actors join the previously announced Tom Hanks, who will portray President Abraham Lincoln in the live-action portions of the film. The project is directed by Duke Johnson and is based on George Saunders' acclaimed novel.
The narrative delves into a deeply personal period in Lincoln's life, focusing on the president's relationship with his son who recently passed away. The film promises a unique blend of historical fact and imaginative storytelling. It utilizes a diverse ensemble of characters, both living and spectral, to explore profound themes such as love, empathy, and human connection amidst overwhelming sorrow.
Willem Dafoe is set to voice Reverend Everly Thomas, a minister whose afterlife proves unexpected. Jonathan Bailey will lend his voice to Roger Bevins, a young man regretting a tragic decision, while Peter Dinklage takes on the role of Hans Vollman, a ghost longing for reunion with his wife. These additions further solidify the film's impressive talent roster.
