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Fletcher and Shankman Team for Matadors

July 10, 2008

Anne Fletcher is attached to direct the Disney comedy Matadors, based on the true story of the Chicago Bulls' 14-member troupe of male dancing cheerleaders. Adam Shankman will produce through his Disney-based company.

Variety says the pitch by Mike Bender is described as a comedic take on what happens when a pair of the ultimate basketball fans form a cheerleading squad. The movie will feature extensive dance numbers, drawing on Fletcher's experience as a choreographer.

Shankman's partner Jennifer Gibgot is also producing. Matthew Mizel, who brought the material into Offspring, is co-producing. Alison Rosenzweig, Michael Gaeta and Suzan Hagan will also serve in some producing capacity.

Disney is in negotiations with the NBA to secure the league's full cooperation.

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COMMENTS (4)

Posted by:

Matthew H.

July 10, 2008

R. E. Tarded. Disney needs to let Pixar handle everything from now on out.

And, oh yeah, none of you dumbasses can say first now.

Posted by:

Ilikeeveryone

July 10, 2008

As a guy from Chicago and a huge Bulls fan since the day I was born I have to say I am looking forward to this flick.

And as a guy from Chicago and a huge bulls fan since the day I was born I have to say F**CK You Matthew H!

Posted by:

Marshall Compton

July 11, 2008

As a Bulls fan and a fan of the Matadors, i am excited, i know one of the Matadors and this is something that all fans will enjoy be it basketball or not.

Posted by:

Sue Bellows

July 29, 2008

This makes me think of the homophobic Matt Lappin and his demographic.