Indie Think

Paul Dano will star in the indie drama For Ellen says Variety.

The film's story centers on a struggling indie rocker who, after nearly wrecking his car during an overnight long-distance drive, arrives in a small Midwestern town to deal with his impending divorce.

Jon Heder plays a supporting role in the pic.

With roles in The Extra Man Little Miss Sunshine, Gigantic, There Will Be Blood now Ellen Dano is a true Indie hero...While there's nothing wrong with that--it would also be cool to see him try his hand at a higher profile blockbuster once in awhile.

Young Kim (In Between Days) is directing from his screenplay when production begins in upstate New York next month.