Spider-Man actor J.K. Simmons will star opposite Jessica Alba in the drama An Invisible Sign Of My Own.

The movie focuses on a sheltered maths teacher who undergoes a transformation when a new science teacher arrives at her school.

Chris Messina, who appears in Woody Allen's upcoming Vicky Cristina Barcelona, has also joined the cast, says The Hollywood Reporter.

The Marilyn Agrelo-directed movie is said to be inspired by the French comedy Amelie.

Wedding Planner pair Pam Falk and Mike Ellis have written the screenplay.