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Rex Features
An adaptation of Jim Thompson's novel, the story centres on Texan lawman Lou Ford as he transforms from a dull police officer into a ruthless killer.
Affleck will play Ford and Alba a prostitute.
Thompson's novel was previously turned into a 1976 movie starring Stacy Keach.
Winterbottom's directing credits include Angelina Jolie's A Mighty Heart, comedy A Cock And Bull Story and Tony Wilson biopic 24 Hour Party People.
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