Apparently The Hangover Part II star Bradley Cooper is a burgeoning screenwriter in addition to being one of the most in-demand actors at the moment. Cooper appeared on Charlie Rose (via SlashFilm) earlier this week, and during their interview the actor revealed that heâs written an adaptation of Dan Simmonsâ sci-fi epic Hyperion on spec with a friend. Cooper said that they have submitted the script to GK Films and are currently in negotiations to script the film adaptation. He adds, âIdeally Iâd like to direct it, but thereâs no way.âThe project has been in development for quite some time, with Scott Derrickson attached to direct in 2009. Cooperâs deal isnât official by any means, but heâs definitely interested in tackling the material. Hit the jump for a synopsis of Simmonsâ novel.Hereâs the synopsis for Hyperion:
On the eve of Armageddon, with the entire galaxy at war, seven pilgrims set forth on a final voyage to Hyperion seeking the answers to the unsolved riddles of their lives. Each carries a desperate hope--and a terrible secret. And one may hold the fate of humanity in his hands. [Amazon]
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