Tom Hanks to Play Secret Agent
Hollywood star Tom Hanks has signed a contact with the Universal Pictures to take the lead role for the film "Charlie Wilson's War" based on the book by George Crile.
The two-time Oscar winner Hanks will a play a Texan congressman, who contributed towards combating the Soviet occupation by secretly assisting Afghan mujahedeens. The story is based on the life Congressman Charlie Wilson, who cooperated with the CIA's financial and armed support to the Afghan resistance against Russia, who was fond of alcohol and women. The film is set for release in Spring 2006.
23.07.2005
Culture & Arts News
Istanbul
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