Nicolas Cage's robot role
18 June 2008
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Nicolas Cage and Donald Sutherland are among the actors who have signed up for 'Astro Boy'.The duo will join Nathan Lane, Bill Nighy and Eugene Levy in the voice cast for the upcoming CGI animated superhero film, with 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory' actor Freddie Highmore taking the title role.'Astro Boy', created by 'God of Manga' Osamu Tezuka, has been the star of three animated TV series over four decades, which have sparked a string of spin-off merchandise.The movie will be set in the futuristic Metro City, with Charlie lending his voice to a young robot who was created by a scientist to fill the void left by his dead son. Unable to live up to the expectations of his 'father', Astro Boy leaves home to embark on a journey of self-discovery.It has not bee confirmed who the other actors will voice.'Astro Boy' is expected to be released late next year.0Comments | Be the first to comment!
