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Aggressively buying up what shall be a very healthy slate of films for 07’, The Weinstein Co. have got themselves perhaps the (early prediction here) crown jewel acquisition. Variety reports that the company has bought all U.S. rights to Wong Kar Wai’s newest feature which he co-wrote with Lawrence Block.
My Blueberry Nights is based on a short film that Wong shot in Hong Kong, this sees a shopkeeper fall for a mysterious female client who eats blueberry pies. Jones stars as a young woman who travels across America to find the true meaning of love, encountering offbeat characters along the way.
Shot in NYC, the ensemble English-speaking cast lead by first time actress (singer) Norah Jones includes: Ed Harris, Jude Law, Natalie Portman, Tim Roth, Kevin Spacey, David Strathairn and Rachel Weisz. Currently in post-prod, look for the film to premiere at this year’s Cannes – where Wong Kar Wai is a favorite guest.
