The Birds star Rod Taylor was wary of a remake of the 1963 movie - until he learned George Clooney is favorite to take the lead role.

Clooney is tipped to play lawyer Mitch Brenner in a remake of Alfred Hitchcock's classic horror film. And Taylor predicts Clooney will do a better job than any other actor.

He says, "I often cringe when I hear mention of remakes, but I'll hold judgment, especially since I've been told Clooney's the favorite."

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