

Speaking to Newsweek, Fraser confirmed he's already finished shooting the movie: "I'm going to be tight-lipped about it but I can tell you it's already in the can."įraser was required to wear a lot of make-up and prosthetics to portray Charles but ultimately he believes the extra effort was worth it. After this, Charlie went on to binge eat out of pain and guilt. The two grew apart after Charlie left his family for his gay lover, who later died. Hunter is also penning the movie screenplay, with Oscar-nominee Aronofsky directing.įraser plays the lead character, reclusive writing instructor Charlie, a 600-pound middle-aged man trying to reconnect with his 17-year-old daughter. What is Brendan Fraser's The Whale about?

Fraser spoke to Newsweek about his two new projects and what viewers can expect from both. Read more The 50 Best Gangster Movies of All Timeįraser is set to play a 600-pound grieving widow in the film, which is directed by Darren Aronofsky ( Requiem for a Dream).įans commented on his appearance as he attended the premiere of another new film No Sudden Move at the Tribeca Film Festival.
