Cinematic sad sacks are nothing new, but Woody Harrelson is hoping to offer a fresh take on that type of character in the upcoming “Wilson.” And while it’s not due for release until this spring, we’ll have a verdict on the picture soon as it’s set to debut at the Sundance Film Festival, which kicks off this week.
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Based on the graphic novel by Daniel Clowes, who also wrote the screenplay, the story centers on a miserable middle-aged man who has one more shot to be happy — at least if he doesn’t fuck it up. Here’s the official synopsis:
Harrelson stars as Wilson, a lonely, neurotic and hilariously honest middle-aged misanthrope who reunites with his estranged wife and gets a shot at happiness when he learns he has a teenage daughter he has never met. In his uniquely outrageous and slightly twisted way, he sets out to connect with her.
Co-starring Laura Dern, Judy Greer, Cheryl Hines and Isabella Amara, “Wilson” opens on March 24th.