Garrett Hedlund in Discussions to Star in 'Akira' for Warner Bros.

Stephen Lovekin/Getty Images While Tron:Legacy did not lead him to a star, Garrett Hedlund will most likely get another shot in the brass ring with Akira.our editor recommendsJaume Collet-Serra Drawn on to Direct 'Akira' for Warner Bros. The actor is within discussions to star as Kaneda in Warner Bros' adaptation from the Japanese manga classic being directed by Jaume Collet-Sera. To summarize the sprawling plot succinctly: In publish-apocalyptic New Manhattan, a motorbike gang leader (Hedlund) must stop fellow gang member and the brother from mistreating his recently acquired telekinetic forces. The film continues to be lengthy within the works, using its budget finally being qualified two days ago, paving the way in which for purports to venture out. Helena Bonham Carter and Gary Oldman happen to be contacted for roles, as has Keira Knightley. So far, only Hedlund has engaged. Hedlund is better noted for his focus on the film version of Friday Evening Lights, but he's made an appearance in movies for example Country Strong. His first screen appearance is at Troy, where he performed Kaira Pitt's cousin. Disney's Tron, despite making $400 million worldwide, was perceived as being an underperformer because of the big costs for making and marketing the film. Email: Borys.Package@thr.com Twitter: @Borys_Package Garrett Hedlund