Hollywood actor Shia LaBeouf has landed his first film role since his ex-girlfriend and singer FKA Twigs sued him for sexual battery, assault and the infliction of emotional distress. Shia recently signed on for his next acting role amid allegations of abuse by his ex. The actor has been cast in a new movie by legendary director Abel Ferrara about an Italian saint, reported Variety. Abel Ferrara, who has helmed King of New York and The Funeral, revealed the casting news in an interview with Variety saying Shia had signed on to play Saint Padre Pio.
