According to Variety, Jennifer Lopez is set to star alongside Jason Statham in a new film called “Parker”. The film is based on the book series by Donald Westlake and revolves around a thief who, though at times is forced to be a killer, still lives by a code of honor that includes never stealing money from people who need it. His word is his bond, and if he is crossed he will strike back relentlessly.
Jennifer will reportedly play Leslie, an ex-cheerleader turned real estate agent who teams up with a Statham’s character, Parker, to pull off a daring heist. Taylor Hackford is set to direct. The script was written by John J. McLaughlin, who most recently co-wrote the script for “Black Swan.” Clifton Collins Jr. and Wendell Pierce have also signed onto the film.
We’ve done some digging and it looks like the film is based on the book “Flashfire.” “Parker” will be filmed this Summer in New Orleans, and it is Jennifer’s 3rd film for 2012. Jennifer is also starring in the animated film “Ice Age: Continental Drift” and “What To Expect When You’re Expecting.”
Per Deadline, Jennifer is also working on a film called “Kiss and Tango”. We’ll keep you posted as more information becomes available!
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