Angelina Jolie Paired with Leonardo DiCaprio for Gucci Film
A new film about the murder of Maurizio Gucci is in the works from filmmaker Ridley Scott. Apparently Leonardo DiCaprio is likely to be cast as Gucci and Angelina Jolie as his murderous wife!
Variety and EW are both reporting on the film tonight. Variety first had the news that Angelina Jolie is being courted to play Patrizia Gucci, who was sentenced to 29 years in the slammer for plotting the death of her former husband Maurizio. But EW has the news that Leonardo DiCaprio is being pursued to play the slain fashion magnate. The two would make an unlikely couple, but since she (reportedly) has him gunned down, I guess that aspect doesn’t matter so much.
Both outlets report that the script is still being worked over. The current draft is by Charles Randolph, but Variety says a new writer will be hired to craft a new draft, with an eye towards a vague 2010 start date.
Sounds like it could be a really good movie, talk about putting together some serious talent. I really hope this all comes to fruition. I’ll keep you posted on this one.
