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Film News: Thesps would join Russell Brand in Warner Bros. pic — Jennifer Garner and Nick Nolte are in talks for Warner Bros.’ remake of “Arthur,” opposite Russell Brand, Helen Mirren and Greta Gerwig.

Film News: ‘Blue Dolphins’ producer used to be English teacher — Robert B. Radnitz, an English teacher who went on to produce family movies including Martin Ritt’s “Sounder” and “Island of the Blue Dolphins,” has died at his Malibu home. He was 85.

Film News: Broadway Asia Company production among those on slate — In spite of the worldwide recession and continued threats to arts funding, the Edinburgh Festival Fringe has opted to launch its biggest program ever.

Film News: Studio veteran named president of company — Sony’s Peter Schlessel is exiting from his post as president of worldwide affairs to head up GK Films.

Film News: Studio veteran named president of company — Sony’s Peter Schlessel is exiting from his post as president of worldwide affairs to head up GK Films.

Film News: Org honors cinematographer — AFI awarded cinematographer Janusz Kaminski last night with the Franklin J. Schaffner Alumni Medal.

Film News: Film fest has large impact on economy — The economic impact of the 2010 Sundance Film Festival on Utah’s state economy was $62.7 million, according a report compiled by the University of Utah.

Film News: Film fest has large impact on economy — The 2010 Sundance Film Festival added $62.7 million to Utah’s economy, although overall spending was down from the prior year, says a report compiled by the U. of Utah.

Film News: Lionsgate shareholder tells CNBC he’s ‘going to tender’ shares — Carl Icahn’s received a major boost from Mark Cuban in his ongoing battle with Lionsgate.

Film News: ‘The Illusionist’ kicks off heavy Brit pic lineup — New and rediscovered British cinema, a 3D animated extravaganza plus a couple of Scottish movie icons will take pride of place at this year’s Edinburgh Intl. Film Festival, which runs June 16-27.