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Angelina Jolie to step in for Tom Cruise?

Aug 11, 2008, 08:22 PM | by Nicole Sperling

Categories: Movie Biz

Angelinajolie_l_2 It's a breakthrough day for women everywhere. EW.com has learned that Sony Pictures is completely re-imagining its long-gestating spy vehicle Edwin A. Salt, which, until now, had Tom Cruise attached to star. But rather than focusing on a male CIA officer who's accused of being a Russian sleeper spy, the studio has decided to make its lead a woman — Edwina, if you will. And not just any woman: the studio is negotiating with Angelina Jolie to star. Philip Noyce (The Quiet American) is still attached to direct. No word on whether the script, by Kurt Wimmer (The Thomas Crown Affair), requires a complete rewrite, or if they just have to change the pronouns.


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Jane Wed, Aug 20, 2008 at 12:32 PM EST

Guess they aren't interested in having a star that can act. Not that Cruise is any better.

Bana Sun, Aug 17, 2008 at 03:04 AM EST

i cannot wait to see it

nyc Wed, Aug 13, 2008 at 06:37 PM EST

if only jolie could just retire from her "acting" career and have as many babies as she pleases w/ brad pitt out of the spotlight. that way, everyone's happy.

Bud Mulqueeney Wed, Aug 13, 2008 at 11:58 AM EST

Hope this JERK Cruise is replaced permanently. Better yet, "kick this a--hole" out of Hollywood !
The older he gets, the more infantile he becomes! I wouldn't spend "your dime" to watch this "piece of garbage!"

Dixie Wed, Aug 13, 2008 at 12:25 AM EST

Yes, Tom is full of himself (although he seems to be getting his due), but replace him with Angie (really full of herself). I guess she needs the work, she may need to buy a castle in some other country. Oh well, that character wasn't that believable anyway.

edith johnston Tue, Aug 12, 2008 at 11:49 PM EST

I think tom is to full of him self I,m glad Angeline got the part Edith

jag2iah Tue, Aug 12, 2008 at 10:41 PM EST

Angelina Jolie is not an actress but rather a commercial persona used by the giant Hollywood studios to bring in the dough! However, the formula doesn't seem to be working because her last few films haven't grossed the projected numbers. This role, if she takes it, isn't a big stretch from her previous attempts to act, such as in Tomb Raider. Don't waste your time with this movie, her twins, or anything related to Tom Cruise!

nunya Tue, Aug 12, 2008 at 10:02 PM EST

idk, i've never really considered jolie an "actor". unlike the billions of ppl in this world, i actually don't find her interesting b/c i don't find her compelling as an actor. now give me daniel day lewis, meryl streep, tom hanks, laura linney, cate blanchett, denzel, jodie foster, etc. -- these people are real ACTORS that i'm interested in. jolie, eh. i saw her in "life or something like it" and it was awful. other than that she plays the same generic action star role. meh.

Michel Tue, Aug 12, 2008 at 09:02 PM EST

This piece of news made me quite happy, for many reasons. First, I love Angelina Jolie as an actress, especially in action movies. I also respect her as a person, for her love of children and for all that she did for many charitable works. Second, I like what Philip Noyce did with THE QUIET AMERICAN, a film that deserved a lot better in terms of viewing. I hope that Noyce will be able to again recreate the same kind of atmosphere full of intrigue. Third, I believe that Tom Cruise had it coming and that he has turned into his own worst enemy. I will never go see anymore a movie or show that has him on the cast. Finally, for all those haters of AJ who pretend that she can't act: rejoin reality and go see one of her movies...with your blinders off!

Mercedes Tue, Aug 12, 2008 at 06:26 PM EST

It takes someone with a lot of chatzpah like Angelina to be able to pull this movie off. No anyone can play such a role. Stars such as Penelope Cruz would never be able to pull this off especially the stunts that are a must. Whereas just thinking of Angelina Jolie starring in this movie has be very interested to know when to expect its release date. Angelina has never let me down in her interesting take on her roles and the intensity she brings to them.

t3hdow Tue, Aug 12, 2008 at 04:55 PM EST

A breakthrough day for women everywhere? Eh...I don't exactly buy it. Like Rob Grizzly said, an action role isn't necessarily breaking ground for Jolie anymore, considering her resume (e.g., Tomb Raider, Mr. and Mrs. Smith, Wanted, etc.). Like mostly everything done in Hollywood, it's a business decision. Tom Cruise (better actor or not, we can debate that) isn't exactly marketable these days, thanks to his off screen antics. The chameleonic role makes it easy for anyone to jump in and take the reigns. From the sound of it, even Will Smith or Penelope Cruz could sell the role.

Teena G Tue, Aug 12, 2008 at 04:50 PM EST

I'm glad. I find Tom Cruise extremely boring (and unintentionally comical) and I really wouldn't feel attracted to watch a movie with him as a lead... or co-star... or extra.

lee power Tue, Aug 12, 2008 at 04:31 PM EST

Well cruise opened his pie hole and showed just how stupid he was, I paied him to entertain me not give me his idiot none educated, no degree or masters degree or dr.degree on his lame reading threw his cult.I since have never spent another penny on any of his movies and will not even watch him on tv, interviews or a rental movie, I see his picture posted and laugh, bet he enjoys turning light switches on and off like 300 times, to get his trills on his issues, oh well his problem, hes done

GT Tue, Aug 12, 2008 at 04:31 PM EST

Movie Stars need to keep there on-screen personas seperate from their personal ritualistic beliefs & behaviors. I personally won't see certain movies if I don't care for certain actors. Especially when they make their personal beliefs overlap with their careers. That goes for all entertainers. Entertain us don't lecture & influence us with your wisdom(ness).

Susan Tue, Aug 12, 2008 at 03:38 PM EST

Way to go Holywood studio! Tom Cruise and his antics has to go. He has lost touch with reality and a whole lot of female audience as we saw it. Get rid of him, tha is the only way the studio can attract me to the theater.

s.zomer Tue, Aug 12, 2008 at 12:54 PM EST

I'm sorry but Tom Cruise just needs to walk away from the cult, while he still can.

Angelina Jolie is a great actress who has a nack for good movies.

harry Tue, Aug 12, 2008 at 12:24 PM EST

all you nay saying Tom Cruise haters need to stop. It's getting old.

Michey Tue, Aug 12, 2008 at 12:00 PM EST

What is with you people who like to take every opportunity to say something negative about Tom Cruise. The title suggests he got dumped. In fact, he dropped out. Please clarify for your audience.

ILing Tue, Aug 12, 2008 at 11:59 AM EST

Kudos for Angelina! She has proven to be good at everything she does, specially not caring for what other people say. There's where I find her an excellent role model, she's gorgeous, she's succesful, she's a loving woman/mother, a terrific actress and the envy of millions for all this!!!

Kenya Tue, Aug 12, 2008 at 11:39 AM EST

Oh, give the girl a break. Haters of Angelina is only jealous of her. You can call her whatever you like but it won't change the fact that she has everything that you can't have on this lifetime, beauty, brain, fame and fortune, beautiful children, Brad Pitt and most specially a good heart. Haters, be good on this life, who knows you might have all Angelinas good karma in your next life.

Leslie Tue, Aug 12, 2008 at 11:31 AM EST

Angie is much better actor than Tom Cruise. The producers know this and didn't even rally for Tom to do the said movie...it also goes without saying that Angie is more bankable than Tom C.

Yvonne Tue, Aug 12, 2008 at 11:26 AM EST

I don't think I've seen an espionage thriller starring a woman since, what, "The Little Drummer Girl"? (In which Diane Keaton was, unfortunately, miscast.) This is definitely an interesting way to go with it, and I think it will be a good fit for Jolie, who can call on her action chops and her acting skills here. I am not sure why so many people hate on her for the crime of (ack!) having children or hooking up with a guy after he left his wife (no!), but the box office and web hits don't lie: No matter how many haters there are, plenty more people love her.

kittymom Tue, Aug 12, 2008 at 10:39 AM EST

Tom Cruise has done some great acting--when he is playing very self-centered characters like Raymond's brother in Rainman--in other words, when he can be HIMSELF! It has to be all about Tom for him to really shine. Angelina Jolie is a terrific actor, and very versatile, adds something of her own to every role she has played. Yo go girl!!

kana Tue, Aug 12, 2008 at 10:39 AM EST

i totally agree with Lori. Please don't include me in the legions of women cooing over her.
Jodi Foster took Sean Penn's role in 'Flightplan' but nobody championed that as a 'breakthrough for women everywhere.' Why not? My guess is because Jodi hasn't marketed herself as a savior the way A.J. has. i'll call it a breakthrough for women when something besides boobs, lips and adultery characterizes our patron saint, or when a woman can snag a man's gig in the directing/producing chair and EW champions THAT. Until then, wake me when the Angelina phase is over.
And to kmimchika: "Angie could act rings around Tom Cruise and has the awards to prove it." Not so much. Run the numbers again.

Stopthemadness Tue, Aug 12, 2008 at 09:24 AM EST

Not a Tom Cruise fan anymore. But LOVE ANGELINA!! So yipee!!

Rob Grizzly Tue, Aug 12, 2008 at 09:17 AM EST

Breakthrough for women everywhere? Jolie has played spies and action movies dozens of times. This will be just like every other action movie with a chick. Edwina? Really? If they are trying to start a new franchise get a fresh, younger actor.

kimichika Tue, Aug 12, 2008 at 09:12 AM EST

I don't understand why there's so much haterade for AJ. It's called "growing up", people. If you're still doing in your 30's the stuff you did in your teens and 20's, maybe you are the one with the problem. Give credit where credit is due...Angie could act rings around Tom Cruise and has the awards to prove it.

John K Tue, Aug 12, 2008 at 09:05 AM EST

Never a fan of Angelina's acting. She's more a celebrity than an actor. Tom's got his issues in terms of where his celebrity has taken him, but he's a much better actor and a much better choice than Angelina. Shame to see they've gone down this road.

Tue, Aug 12, 2008 at 08:16 AM EST

I totally agree with Sharon !

Suzanne Smith Tue, Aug 12, 2008 at 07:51 AM EST

Can't wait!

princess Gilbert Tue, Aug 12, 2008 at 07:45 AM EST

Angelina Jolie is the sexiest ,hottest,and the worlds most beautifull actress/mother. and also an epitome of what a woman should be! I love everything about her and cant wait to see her in this movie.You go girl!

Sharon Tue, Aug 12, 2008 at 07:44 AM EST

And one more thing...PLEASE, don't write personal comments about these actors when you don't know them to say the least, but base your opinions on the tabloids; try thinking of them as the actors and actresses that they are in the movies. Sometimes you can read these personal comments from others and it only defines them as being so shallow.

Jae Tue, Aug 12, 2008 at 07:40 AM EST

Those who put down AJ really are funny. Like so many of us, she was wild in her younger days but she has become such an example to not only women but to anyone. Her love of children, her cheritable work are all great examples of humanity. Don't disparage her if you can't say to yourself that you have done something for someone other than yourself or your own family/friends recently. Who have you been a blessing to? I hope AJ gets this role. I wish her only the best.

Sharon Tue, Aug 12, 2008 at 07:37 AM EST

The change is great!! I don't bother with the Tom Cruise movies anymore - since he's not that great of an actor. Maybe he thinks he is, but he's really not. Jolie and many, many others stand on the top of the list as much better performers.

KUWOT Tue, Aug 12, 2008 at 07:02 AM EST

I CANT WAIT 4 THIS MOVIE.KEEP IT UP ANGELINA JOLIE,U STILL HAVE ENOUGH 2 GIVE 2 LIFE MY DEAR.

Cara Nemutt Tue, Aug 12, 2008 at 06:59 AM EST

Angelina is the biggest self promoting, immoral, skank in the world. At least Tom can act. If she's in this movie, I will not see it.

Lori Tue, Aug 12, 2008 at 06:34 AM EST

"It's a breakthrough day for women everywhere" Is this supposed to be funny? Angelina Jolie hardly is a breakthrough for women ANYWHERE.

Diana Tue, Aug 12, 2008 at 03:04 AM EST

Angelina Jolie is a good actrice,I love her performance in movies.

T&L Mon, Aug 11, 2008 at 11:52 PM EST

I love Angelina Jolie's movies - I will definitely watch this movie.

jazzlovesblues Mon, Aug 11, 2008 at 09:36 PM EST

Wonderful ! Go Angie!
Angelina Jolie is hot carrying a gun . I loved Wanted and realize this is not an action flick but Angelina Jolie playing a spy . Cool!
Cant wait to see this movie.


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