Natalie Portman's love role

29-10-2008 13:30

Natalie Portman has taken over from Jennifer Lopez in a new film.The 'Monster-in-Law' star dropped out of starring alongside Scott Cohen and Charlie Tahan in 'Love and Other Impossible Pursuits' but Natalie has now stepped in to portray Emilia, a young wife whose life and marriage hit problems following the cot death of her young daughter. She attempts to build a relationship with her step-son William, portrayed by Charlie, much to the disapproval of his mother, as she struggles to put her life back together.The movie is based on a book by Ayelet Waldmen and will be written and directed by 'The Opposite of Sex' helmer Don Ross. Filming is set to start on November 10.