Dwayne Johnson to Star as Motorcycle Stuntman With Dementia in ‘Free Byrd’ From ‘Sing Sing’ Director Greg Kwedar (EXCLUSIVE)

According to Variety, Dwayne Johnson is taking on a more dramatic role in 'Free Byrd,' an indie action-drama from director Greg Kwedar. Johnson plays a Las Vegas motorcycle stuntman who is secretly dealing with dementia, concealing his diagnosis from his mechanic brother as he attempts one final jump. Backed by Ben Affleck and Matt Damon's Artists Equity, the project marks Johnson's venture into less conventional territory.

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