Atlanta, GA 12/13/2010 11:05:11 PM
Matt Damon is in talks to join the cast of 'Elysium'.
The Oscar-winning actor and screenwriter is reportedly in early
negotiations to appear in Neill Blomkamp's upcoming sci-fi drama
alongside the star of 'District 9' - also directed by the South
African-born writer - Sharlto Copley.
While the 'Invictus' star's role in the movie has not yet been
confirmed, Matt and his management team are said to be in the first
stage of discussions about whether a role in the drama would work out
for him.
If he does agree to appear in 'Elysium' - which is largely surrounded
in mystery at present - it will be the first time an A-list star has
featured in one of Neill Blomkamp's films.
Plot details for the movie are currently being kept under wraps, but it
is believed the sci-fi action will take place on a distant planet in
the distant future.
With 'District 9' earning Neill a BAFTA nomination for Best Director
this year, it could be that Matt's involvement in 'Elysium' gives the
screenwriter an increased recognition in the movie world.
