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Woody to Act in New Film

Baldwin, Cruz, Eisenberg joining Woody Allen for Roman comedy

By Rob Quinn,  Newser Staff

Posted Jun 21, 2011 3:58 AM CDT

(Newser) – Woody Allen has announced the cast for his new movie—and it includes Woody Allen. The 75-year-old director, whose new release Midnight In Paris has charmed critics and looks set to attract his biggest audience in years, will have a role in The Bop Decameron, reports the Los Angeles Times. It will be the first time the director has acted since 2006's Scoop. His Bop co-stars will include Alec Baldwin, Roberto Benigni, Penelope Cruz, Judy Davis, Jesse Eisenberg, Greta Gerwig, and Ellen Page, according to the Baltimore Sun. Filming begins in Rome next month.

Director Woody Allen poses during a photo call for 'Midnight in Paris' at this year's Cannes festival.
Director Woody Allen poses during a photo call for 'Midnight in Paris' at this year's Cannes festival.   (AP Photo/Joel Ryan, file)
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JakeKryshak
Jun 21, 2011 12:56 PM CDT
That man has one of the best work ethics in the industry.
Ucantusethatname
Jun 21, 2011 11:33 AM CDT
Welcome back, Woody. Indeed, you are one of the great comedic minds of our time. I know you moved on years ago, but many fans still like the standup Woody Allen and "Take the Money and Run." P.S. Make sure that Dick Hyman does the music.
guvner
Jun 21, 2011 10:27 AM CDT
Woody's one of the best. He also has great taste in his casting choice of actresses.
 

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