Paul Schrader Reveals Why He Cast Richard Gere Against Type in 'Oh Canada'

Story by Richard Fink

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Maverick director Paul Schrader breaks the mold by casting Richard Gere against type in his latest cinematic venture, &#039;Oh Canada&#039;.

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Schrader purposely sidestepped the usual suspects like Hopkins and Lee Jones, seeking an unconventional leading man to bring his vision to life.
Gere, known for his charming romantic leads, will tackle a grittier, more complex role - a move that has industry insiders buzzing about the film's potential.

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Paul Schrader, Richard Gere, Anthony Hopkins, Tommy Lee Jones, 'Oh Canada'