Video Interview: @ThisFunktional talks with BEAST’s Actor talks about the themes beyond just fighting of the film

Jesus Figueroa, @Thisfunktional of ThisFunktional.com, talks with Australian actor Daniel McPherson. Star of stage and screen, McPherson was once a world triathlon before making a pivot to acting. In his newest project BEAST, in theaters April 10, McPherson stars as MMA fighter Patton James.

After years away from the cage, a once-feared MMA champion is pulled back in for the fight of his life when his younger brother is put in danger. Reuniting with the trainer who once made him a legend, he commits to one final showdown against the reigning title-holder — a brutal fighter determined to dismantle the ex-champ’s legacy in front of the world. Pushed to his breaking point, the contender’s stakes are simple: win, or lose everything he’s built. Starring Daniel MacPherson, Luke Hemsworth, and Oscar® winner Russell Crowe (Actor in a Leading Role, Gladiator, 2000).

BEAST

In Theaters April 10

Directed by: Tyler Atkins

Screenplay by: David Frigerio and Russell Crowe

Story by: David Frigerio

Produced by: John Schwarz, David Frigerio, Michael Schwarz, Tim O’Hair Cast: Daniel MacPherson, Luke Hemsworth, Bren Foster, Amy Shark, Mojean Aria, Kelly Gale, and Russell Crowe