With Martin no longer involved, Jonah Hill was cast to play DePodesta. However, feeling the character was becoming fictional, DePodesta requested his name not be used but continued to assist the filmmakers. Hill's role was transformed into a composite character, named Peter Brand. Filming began in July 2010. read more
However, Moneyball ' s director Bennett Miller has credited DePodesta for being generous and helpful in the making of the film. Brand was played by Jonah Hill, who was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance. read more