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10-Year-Old Theo Leber Lands Lead Role Opposite Dwayne Johnson In Benny Safdie’s ‘Lizard Music’ For Amazon MGM & United Artists

EXCLUSIVE: Chicago-area 4th grader Theo Leber has landed a starring role opposite Dwayne Johnson in Lizard Music, Benny Safdie’s adaptation of the 1976 novel by Daniel Pinkwater for Amazon MGM Studios and United Artists.

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A 10-year-old actor from the Chicago area has secured a lead role in a film opposite Dwayne Johnson. Theo Leber will appear in 'Lizard Music', an adaptation of Daniel Pinkwater's novel, which is being produced by Amazon MGM Studios and United Artists. The casting process for Leber's role took several months. This indicates a thorough evaluation of potential actors for the part. The involvement of a major production company and a well-known actor suggests that the film is a significant project. Leber's participation in the film may be seen as a career opportunity for the young actor. His experience working with a prominent actor and production team could be beneficial for his future in the entertainment industry.

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