In an exciting collaboration, country star Zach Bryan recently enlisted the talents of none other than Western film legend Matthew McConaughey for his latest music video, Nine Ball. Released just this week, the music video, directed by Matthew Dillon Cohen, weaves a captivating tale centered around a young boy and his father, who happens to be a gambling addict.
In the Nine Ball music video, McConaughey takes on the role of a skilled pool shark, bringing along his curious son to witness the intense betting action at the local bar. With Scott Shepherd portraying his opponent, the story in the video jumps between two timelines. In one, Tye Sheridan portrays an older version of McConaughey's son, who grows up to become a skilled billiards player frequenting the very same pool hall as his father.
As the narrative unfolds, we see the profound impact that the father's gambling addiction has on his son. The video culminates with a poignant moment, featuring a flashback shot of McConaughey carrying the young boy out of the bar following a bar fight.
Nine Ball is a track from Bryan's EP Boys of Faith, which he released back in September 2023. This project has been well-received, with Bryan taking home the prestigious Grammy Award for Best Country Duo Performance for his soul-stirring song, 'I Remember Everything,' at the recent Grammy Awards ceremony. In addition to this win, the talented singer-songwriter received nominations for Best Country Album (Zach Bryan) and Best Country Song (I Remember Everything).
McConaughey's involvement in the Nine Ball music video comes amidst news of his potential next film role. The acclaimed actor is in talks to star in Apple Original Films' The Lost Bus, directed by Paul Greengrass. The film is based on Lizzie Johnson's 2021 book, Paradise: One Town's Struggle to Survive an American Wildfire, which focuses on the devastating 2018 Camp Fire in California.
The Lost Bus follows the harrowing journey of bus driver Kevin McKay and teacher Mary Ludwig, who bravely evacuated a school bus filled with students during the fire's destruction. With Brad Ingelsby, known for his work on the hit series Mare of Easttown, penning the script, and Greengrass showing interest in directing, the project promises to be a compelling and impactful exploration of survival, resilience, and human courage.
The collaboration between Zach Bryan and Matthew McConaughey in the Nine Ball music video is an exciting fusion of music and film talent. It serves as a testament to the power of artistic collaboration and storytelling, leaving audiences eagerly anticipating both Bryan's future releases and McConaughey's compelling performance in The Lost Bus.
