Justin Timberlake plays Johnny, a rival young scout who happens to like and respect Gus. “They’re friendly,” Lorenz says. “When Johnny was a ballplayer, Gus scouted him.”
And when they’re on the road together, they can enjoy a little bromance over cigars and beer.
Johnny can’t do Gus’ job for him, but he can help smooth out trouble between the father and daughter. “At every moment she’s ready to throw it in, Justin’s character is there to sort of remind her of the value of continuing to pursue their relationship,” Lorenz says.
Of course, as Johnny develops eyes for her, you can just imagine the older fellow narrowing his.
source EWinsidemovies
