David O. Russell to possibly direct Disney's 'Maleficent'

With Tim Burton's exit from the project earlier this year, Disney is still looking for a director for their live-action version of Sleeping Beauty entitled "Maleficent." Among the many directors that Disney has in mind to helm the picture is "The Fighter" director David O. Russell.

Russell should be available as it was recently announced that he parted ways with the Columbia Pictures project "Unchartered: Drake's Fortune." While nothing is confirmed, it would be interesting to see what Russell would do with this type of material. 

"Maleficent" is said to be told from the witch's perspective and has mega-star Angelina Jolie attached for the lead. 

Via The Hollywood Reporter