Movies

Eccleston signs up for 'Amelia'

Published Friday, Jun 13 2008, 14:24 BST | By Alex Fletcher
Christopher Eccleston has signed up for the upcoming Amelia Earhart biopic.

The film chronicles the career and personal relationships of the famous aviator, who disappeared in 1937 when flying over the Pacific Ocean.

Hilary Swank will take the lead role, while Richard Gere and Ewan McGregor will appear as Earhart's love interests George Putnam and Gene Vidal.

The movie, which is already shooting in Toronto, is helmed by Mira Nair.

Movie Reviews

'The Vow' reviewChanning Tatum tries to win back Rachel McAdams in romantic drama The Vow.
'The Vow' still

Top Stories

BAFTA film nominees with Orange
Watch with Orange Wednesdays and win prizes
Win This Means War luxury screening
A private screening plus hotel stay & dinner for you and 9 friends
Sign up and get two free cinema tickets
LoveFilm 30 Days Free Trial
S17 T1.460736989975 {run_id}