Shia Labeouf's Turmoil on Set: 'Exploding' Amid Deep Struggles

WHO:

Coming Soon - Shia LaBeouf is the actor involved in the film "The Rooster Prince."

Variety - Josh Penn Soskin is the writer-director of "The Rooster Prince."

WHAT:

Coming Soon - Shia LaBeouf was described as "exploding" on set and in "deep pain" during the filming of "The Rooster Prince."

Variety - The film "The Rooster Prince" is based on Josh Penn Soskin's relationship with his late brother, David, who suffered from bipolar disorder.

WHERE:

Variety - The filming location for "The Rooster Prince" is not specified in the articles.

WHEN:

Variety - Production on "The Rooster Prince" began in November 2025.

WHY:

Variety - The film's narrative is influenced by the experiences of Josh Penn Soskin's late brother, who had bipolar disorder.

HOW:

Coming Soon - Josh Penn Soskin noted that the shoot blurred the lines between performance and personal pain for Shia LaBeouf.

(UPDATED July 17, 2026 14:30 UTC)

Shia LaBeouf stars in the upcoming film "The Rooster Prince," which is directed and written by Josh Penn Soskin. LaBeouf reportedly experienced intense emotions on set, described as "exploding" and in "deep pain," as the film draws from Soskin's relationship with his late brother, David, who struggled with bipolar disorder. Production on "The Rooster Prince" began in November 2025, with the narrative deeply influenced by the personal experiences of Soskin.