In a brief announcement today, Paramount Pictures and New Regency Productions have jointly stated that Academy Award-nominated director Darren Aronofsky (Black Swan, The Wrestler) will direct Noah, by a screenplay written by Aronofsky and Ari Handel. A rewrite is currently underway by Academy Award-nominated screenwriter John Logan (Gladiator, The Aviator).

Aronofsky’s people have released this quote,

“Since I was a kid, I have been moved and inspired by the story of Noah and his family’s journey. The imaginations of countless generations have sparked to this epic story of faith. It’s my hope that I can present a window into Noah’s passion and perseverance for the silver screen,” said Aronofsky.

This has big written all over it.

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