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The Oscar-winning actor has long been attracted to portraying the role of the French emperor, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
The independent film, an adaptation of Stanton Rabin's children's book, is to begin filming in late autumn with The Painted Veil’s John Curran directing.
Pacino's last role was with Robert De Niro in the 2008 crime drama Righteous Kill.
Movie Reviews
'The Vow' reviewChanning Tatum tries to win back Rachel McAdams in romantic drama The Vow.
At the Movies
This Week's 5 Hottest Movie VideosTrailers for The Avengers and Spider-Man are among this week's highlights in film.
Movies Interviews
Daniel Radcliffe talks 'Woman in Black'The actor talks to Digital Spy about his first post-Potter outing.
Box Office Charts
'Chronicle' leads UK box officeSuperhero drama Chronicle leads the UK box office ahead of Journey 2.
