08-09-2008 12:01
Actor Tommy Lee Jones has filed a $10 million lawsuit against the studio bosses behind No Country For Old Men over unpaid fees.The veteran star claims Paramount Pictures executives promised him "significant box-office bonuses" - but failed to pay up after the Oscar-winning movie grossed an estimated $159 million worldwide.According to website TMZ.com, Jones agreed to take a reduced upfront fee for the role of Sheriff Ed Tom Bell on the condition of the bonuses. Paramount Pictures heads have yet to comment on the legal action.
Readers' Comments
#1 by Bert - 03-11-2008 16:38
I think it's a damn shame that Paramount did this to such a great actor! Shame on you Paramount.