Ryan Murphy will direct 'The Normal Heart'

Ryan Murphy's "Eat Pray Love" is hitting theaters this week, and the successful filmmaker already has his next project lined up. He will direct the big-screen adaptation of Larry Kramer's play "The Normal Heart."

MTV confirmed the news earlier today. Murphy, who created "Glee," said, "I'm directing it from Larry Kramer's beautiful script and we're going to shoot that in June of next year." Kramer wrote the screenplay.

Mark Ruffalo will star in "The Normal Heart," the a semi-autobiographical play that focuses on the gay Jewish founder of an HIV advocacy group. Murphy said he is "very excited" to direct Ruffalo in this.

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Exclusive 'Eat Pray Love' behind-the-scenes look

Julia Roberts' next big movie is Ryan Murphy's anticipated drama "Eat Pray Love," the big-screen adaptation of the popular Elizabeth Gilbert novel. The film is set for release this weekend.

Below, you can take a look at our exclusive behind-the-scenes look from the film. It includes interview bits from Julia Roberts, Murphy, Bardem and Richard Jenkins, as well as some production footage. Enjoy.

Of course, the story follows a married woman who sets out to discover herself after realizing the life she's leading is not really the life she wants. I have not read the book, but I hear it's quite the charmer.

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'Wicked' musical is coming to big screen

It looks like it's finally happening: "Wicked" is on its way to the big screen. Folks from the musical have already met with filmmakers, and it looks like Universal will try and get this one into production fast.

Deadline says several directors have already warmed up to the project, including J.J. Abrams, James Mangold, Ryan Murphy and Rob Marshall. Whoever ends up doing it, these are interesting choices!

"Wicked" the musical is based on Gregory Maguire's novel "Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West." I had the chance to catch it on Broadway a few years ago, and yes, it's a cool story.

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Trailer for 'Eat Pray Love' has arrived

Julia Roberts' next big movie is Ryan Murphy's "Eat Pray Love," the big-screen adaptation of the popular Elizabeth Gilbert novel. The film is set for release Aug. 13, 2010, and the first trailer has landed online. Check it out after the jump, and enjoy what looks to be a film driven by its superb cast. James Franco, Viola Davis, Javier Bardem, Richard Jenkins and Billy Crudup co-star. Do I really need to say more?

Of course, the story follows a married woman who sets out to discover herself after realizing the life she's leading is not really the life she wants. I have not read the book, so this trailer gives me a first look at what exactly Roberts' character is up to. Looks like a traditional quest story, even though I admit I feel the film could be quite enjoyable. Let's not forget Ryan Murphy, creator of "Nip/Tuck" and "Glee," helmed it.

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Viola Davis may join Roberts in 'Eat, Pray, Love'

Oscar-nominated actress Viola Davis is in talks to star alongside Julia Roberts and Richard Jenkins in Ryan Murphy's upcoming "Eat, Pray, Love."

Based on the memoir by Elizabeth Gilbert, the story follows a married woman (Roberts) who sets out to discover herself after realizing the life she's leading is not really the life she wants.

The Hollywood Reporter says Davis would play Delia, the main character's best friend. Jenkins is set to play a Texan whom she will encounter on her trip as well. At one stage, Javier Bardem was also attached to star.

Davis recently scored an Oscar nomination for her strong performance in "Doubt." Some of her other credits include "Nights in Rodanthe," "State of Play" and "Madea Goes to Jail."

Javier Bardem gears up to 'Eat, Pray, Love'

Javier Bardem is in talks to join Julia Roberts and Richard Jenkins in Ryan Murphy's upcoming "Eat, Pray, Love," based on the memoir by Elizabeth Gilbert.

The story follows a married woman who sets out to discover herself after realizing the life she's leading is not really the life she wants.

Variety says Bardem would play Felipe, a man the lead character falls in love with. Jenkins is set to play a Texan whom she will encounter on her trip as well.

Oscar winner Bardem recently joined negotiations to star in Oliver Stone's "Wall Street 2." As for Jenkins, he's got "Waiting for Forever" and "Dear John" coming up in the near future.

I'm not necessarily the biggest Roberts fans, but with Jenkins and Bardem on board, this one starts to look a tad more interesting.

Richard Jenkins joins Roberts to 'Eat, Pray, Love'

Richard Jenkins, one of my favorite actors today, has joined Julia Robters in Columbia Pictures' big-screen adaptation of Elizabeth Gilbert best-selling novel "Eat, Pray, Love." The story follows a married woman who sets out to discover herself after realizing the life she's leading is not really the life she wants.

According to Variety, Jenkins is set to play a Texan whom the lead character will encounter. Ryan Murphy, the guy behind "Nip/Tuck," wrote the screenplay and will direct the project. As for the wonderful Jenkins, who really stunned me in "The Visitor" last year, he's got "Waiting for Forever" and "Dear John" coming up in the near future.