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Michael Sheen Signs Up For 'New Moon'

April 12th, 2009 4:01pm EDT  Post a comment    2 comments   Add to My News

Michael SheenFrost/Nixon star Michael Sheen is to star as a bloodsucking vampire in the highly anticipated Twilight sequel.

Sheen has agreed to take on a prominent role alongside fellow Brit Robert Pattinson in New Moon, director Chris Weitz has revealed. He will play the character Aro - the leader of an Italian vampire clan called the Volturi.

Weitz says," Michael's role is so important because he's the head of all vampires. Aro is, on the surface, a very gracious and friendly vampire, but beneath that he is a tremendous threat."

Sheen will reportedly receive $7.3 million for taking on the role. Filming on New Moon is scheduled to begin in Italy this spring.

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