Zac Efron to star in Footloose?

www.femalefirst.co.uk - 10th Oct 2008

Zac Efron: Movie and music mogul Kenny Ortega has fuelled rumours he will team up with Zac Efron for a remake of the 1984 movie Footloose.The director has already worked with Efron on all three High School Musical movies and has hinted they will re-team for a remake of Footloose for bosses at Paramount.He says, "There's some genuine enthusiasm coming from the Paramount side. Comment on this Article "It looks like there's a real good chance that this may be a movie that we're going to do next year,"Efron adds, "I'll always be open to more musicals. I think they're fun and I think it's our responsibility as performers to try and keep them alive. I love Footloose - it's a great movie." Your Comments: Add your comment Read full story at www.femalefirst.co.uk

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