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Pattinson turns scribe in period drama

Sat, Nov 7 01:57 PM

London, Nov 7 (PTI) ''Twilight'' hunk Robert Pattinson is all set to star as a young journalist in an "erotically charged" period drama. The 23-year-old star, known for his role as a lovelorn vampire in the ''Twilight'' saga, will portray the character of young journalist Georges Duroy in the film, which has been adapted from Guy de Maupassant''s story ''Bel Ami''.

Set in the 19th century Paris, the film is about a young male journalist, who rises to the top of Parisian high society after having an affair with a wealthy older woman, the Telegraph reported. "It''s a totally amoral character," Pattinson said.

adding that the role is very different from Twilight''s Edward Cullen. Hollywood actress Nicole Kidman was said to have accepted the female role, but later dropped out due to scheduling clashes.

The producers describe the film as "an erotically charged story of ambition, power and seduction". ''Bel Ami'' is one of several projects lined up for the actor, who will be next seen in the ''Twilight'' film ''The New Moon'' later this month.

Pattinson''s ''Remember Me'' will release in February next year. The actor has also signed ''Unbound Captives'' co-starring Hugh Jackman.

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