Cinema Science

George Clooney and Leonardo DiCaprio are in discussions for Farragut North. The political thriller is based on the upcoming Broadway play by Beau Willimon. Clooney would direct and produce the adaptation, and DiCaprio would star and produce. The story, loosely based on Howard Dean's 2004 presidential campaign (Willimon worked on Dean's team during his run), is about a young, idealistic communications director who works for an inspiring, though unorthodox, presidential candidate. During the campaign, his career is done in by more seasoned political types who thrive on partisan politics, dirty tricks, and backstabbing.