Franco hopes to shoot gang war for movie

James Franco may work with director Harmony Korine on a new project that involves a real gang war, it has been reported.

According to the New York Post, Franco and Korine are hoping to shoot a new art film on the streets of Los Angeles.

"They are looking to film two actual street gangs doing a fight scene," a source said. "The twist is they want the two gangs to fight, using real knives. The production team is panicked that they'll end up with blood, injuries and potentially dead bodies on set."

A rep for Korine said: "I can confirm that there is indeed a piece of video art in the works involving gang fights by James and Harmony."

Franco will be hosting the Oscars tonight alongside Anne Hathaway. He is nominated in the 'Best Actor' category for 127 Hours.