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Matt Gerald Directed By James Cameron

Matt Gerald, who can be seen In the Mix, got the starring role in the science-fiction film, Avatar, by James Cameron.

Cameron and Gerald have worked together in the past. Gerald had a supporting role in Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines, which the Canadian director had written.

Gerald will be playing the bad guy in this production whose filming will begin this month in New Zealand and Los Angeles. The movie will be in theatres on May 22, 2009.

The rest of the cast for this film includes Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldana, Sigourney Weaver, Michelle Rodriguez, Giovanni Ribisi, Joel David Moore, CCH Pounder, Peter Mensah, Laz Alonso, Wes Studi and Stephen Lang. The movie is the story of a former Marine, Jake Sully, who reluctantly participates in a plan to exploit a rich planet.

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Fires Threaten Stars’ Homes

Several homes have been evacuated in Malibu, California, where fires have become more of a threat.  More than 500 firefighters have been trying to contain and control the fires, that are nearing a museum that contains original writings of Grace Kelly, the late Princess Diana and six American Presidents.

James Cameron and Olivia Newton-John have already evacuated their homes.  Other stars, including Linda Ronstadt, Larry Hagman, Jeff Bridges, Mel Brooks, Sting and Bill Murray may soon be asked to leave their homes.

In 1993, fires ravaged Malibu and the homes of Sean Penn and Ali MacGraw.

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Cinéma

Sigourney Weaver Going Back to Science-Fiction

The 57-year-old actress who starred in the Aliens movies, will be working with the Canadian director in his upcoming movie, Avatar.

Filming of this 3D production will begin in April.  It will be in theatres in 2009.

Cameron worked with Weaver in Aliens, and commented on his choice of actress, "Sigourney and I have always looked back fondly on our collaboration in Aliens, and we’re excited at the prospect of working together again."

The director sees many strengths in Weaver. "She has a unique blend of strength, sensitivity and intelligence needed to play the character of Grace, and she has a special significance for fans of science fiction."

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Cinéma

James Cameron Plans Next Project

The Canadian director will be working on the film Avatar, which begins filming in April, and should be released in the summer of 2009.  The new production will be filmed in 3D, with state-of-the-art technology. 

Avatar is the story of a paraplegic ex-Marine, Jake Sully, who is brought to another planet, and finds himself in a battle with the inhabitants and culture.

Australian actor Sam Worthington, who is best known in his country for his films Somersault and Dirty Deeds, will play Jake Sully.

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James Cameron Ready for Next Film

Battle Angel is a story based on a Japanese book about a nymphette who transforms into a heroine.  No information is available for Cameron’s other choice, Project 880, however, both films would be shot in 3-D.