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Canceled Brad Pitt Movie Could Rise Again

Originally posted 07/10/2009 06:10AM

Jaws dropped last month when Sony Pictures canceled the $50-million Brad Pitt movie Moneyball only days before it was scheduled to start shooting – but now, apparently, the studio is working to shut those mouths.

The West Wing writer and creator Aaron Sorkin has been brought in to do a quick re-write on a script that Sony had ultimately deemed too arty and documentary-like in approach, reports The New York Times.

The studio also hopes to add Oscar-winning producer Scott Rudin (There Will Be Blood, No Country for Old Men) to the movie's creative team.

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Matthew Perry & Aaron Sorkin Joke About Drugs | Aaron Sorkin

Matthew Perry & Aaron Sorkin Joke About Drugs

Originally posted 07/22/2006 08:00AM

Crack cocaine and Vicodin aren't the typical topics of conversation at a Hollywood TCA (Television Critics Association) panel to introduce new Fall shows, but when the event is led by Aaron Sorkin and Matthew Perry, accidents can happen.

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Aaron Sorkin's Drug Charges Take 'Wing'

Originally posted 12/19/2002 01:00PM

"West Wing" creator Aaron Sorkin, who was arrested last year for drug possession, had his charges dismissed Wednesday after completing a rehabilitation program, reports Reuters.

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Sorkin Into Treatment

Originally posted 06/20/2001 11:00AM

It's rehab, not prison, for "The West Wing" creator. Aaron Sorkin avoided the slammer and a hefty fine.

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