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8 Feb 2011

Richard Gere Replaces Al Pacino As Hedge Fund Honcho


Hedge Fund Lounge - Al Pacino is reported to have quit the role as big time hedge fund manager in the new financial thriller “Arbitrage” opposite Susan Sarandon.

However, Pacino is to be replaced by Richard Gere, according to Hollywood sources. Gere is said to be in talks regarding the role.

The movie depicts a hedge fund magnate under investigation, desperate to complete the sale of his trading empire to a major bank before his double-dealings are revealed.

The film is written and directed by Nicholas Jarecki, shooting is set to begin in New York mid-spring. Eva Green, from Casino Royale, will also be starring in the film, according to Hollywood Reporter. The film is to be produced by Infinity Media.

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