Matthew Goode is in talks for the male lead in Fox Searchlight’s “Stoker,” which marks the domestic directing debut for South Korean helmer Chan-wook Park.

Mia Wasikowska and Nicole Kidman are already lined up to star. Story follows a teenage girl who, while mourning the death of her father, must deal with the unexpected appearance of a mysterious uncle (Goode).

Tony and Ridley Scott are producing through their Scott Free banner along with Michael Costigan. “Prison Break” star Wentworth Miller penned the script under the pseudonym Ted Foulke.

The project has been a top priority for Fox Searchlight, given the rising profile of Park, who steered international hits “Oldboy” and “Thirst.”

Goode’s part has been a hot item among many leading men in Hollywood: Colin Firth and James Franco were both at one point considered front-runners; when they moved on, thesps such as Michael Fassbender and Joel Edgerton had also shown interest.

Best known for his role as Ozymandias in Warner Bros.’ “Watchmen,” Goode can be seen next in “Burning Man,” set to bow this fall.

He is repped by CAA and Dalzell & Beresford. Park is repped by WME.

- variety.com

Finally, yes, finally, we have a new Movie Of The Month! The movie needs no introduction, all I will say is that it is hard to put something into words for this movie, because of how special and meaningful it is. The song lyrics in red on the page say it all. But I hope you enjoy what I have written! The ‘Downloads’ will be added to it asap early this week.

As always, feedback is appreciated!

We are being treated by Nicole and her web team now!! Her official site has been undergoing some changes and updates, including a cute photo of Nic on Sesame Street, and a ‘Featured Movie’ item. And today a lovely message of Nicole saying hi to her fans has been posted! She is her typically shy and humble self, and it’s a really sweet video. I think it’s fantastic that she is reaching out to her fans more now, and I know we’re all very appreciative of it. Watch the message below … and then head on over to the official site to browse their work and hey, enjoy the video again there maybe!

As promised, I have some additional Moulin Rouge era appearance photos for you now! These can also count towards our ‘Favourites’ month theme (see post below), as Nicole looks absolutely gorgeous in these photos, and they’re definitely some of my favourites. I’ve added more photos and replaced some with HQ/better versions to the Unveiling of the Moulin Rouge Windows and Moulin Rouge LA Screening albums, event which Nic attended in 2001 to promote the film. Nic has a huge smile plastered on her face in many of the photos, and there are some particularly great photos of her and Ewan at the screening. Further down the post is some information on those Moulin Rouge windows they unveiled at Bloomingdales.

• Unveiling of the Moulin Rouge Windows
• Unveiling of the Moulin Rouge Windows
• MOULIN ROUGE (LA SCREENING) x46 more
• MOULIN ROUGE (LA SCREENING) – High Quality x11 more

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Hello Nicole fans! After my lacklustre performance with the planned Moulin Rouge month last month (May), I’ve decided to expand it and continue it throughout June as well. And seeing as how the film received it’s American release in this month 10 years ago it seems appropriate. Not only that, but to celebrate Nicole’s birthday this month we’re also making this ‘Favourites’ month – alongside Moulin Rouge related photos, I’ll also be (attempting to) add additional photos from some of my favourite Nicole appearances and films from over the years. Plus, if you have a favourite appearance of Nicole’s then let me know and I’ll see if I have any more photos from them that I can add.

On a similar note, make sure you check out my absolute favourite film blog – The FIlm Experience – as they’ve gone all Moulin Rouge this week too!

Check back later today for some old Moulin Rouge era HQ photos…