Soderbergh, Pitt gear up for 'Moneyball'

Steven Soderbergh has decided to push back his "Cleo" musical until next year, making room for another project he's currently eyeing.

According to Variety, Soderbergh is in talks to helm "Moneyball," the big-screen adaptation of Michael Lewis' book "Moneyball: The Art of Winning An Unfair Game."

Here's the trade's description:

"The book focuses on Billy Beane, the general manager of the Oakland Athletics, as he used sophisticated computer analysis system to piece together a team that regularly contended for the World Series despite possessing a payroll dramatically lower than big-market rivals like the New York Yankees."

Steven Zaillian, whose credits include "American Gangster," "The Interpreter" and "Gangs of New York," will write the adaptation. 

Although Soderbergh hasn't officially signed on, Brad Pitt is already on board to star in the film. Pitt previously worked with Soderbergh on "Ocean's Eleven" and its sequels.

Recently, Soderbergh directed "Che" and "The Girlfriend Experience." He's also wrapping up "The Informant" with Matt Damon. His Cleopatra rock musical is currently on hold and will likely be his project after "Moneyball."

I admit I pretty much enjoyed every film the director's made so far, and I'm eager to find out what he does with this sports flick. Casting Pitt is already a great first step.