I’ve only played a small amount of one of the Prince of Persia games, but I enjoyed it and got an idea for the character. Recently, when talks of Orlando Bloom taking the role spread, I thought it was a decent enough choice although I don’t see him being very Persian-esque.
According to Latino Review, Bloom will not to star, as the role has been offered to Jake Gyllenhaal. Again, good choice, but still a very non-Persian look. I guess we will have to wait and see if he accepts the offer and if he can carry this franchise on his back.
Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time is being directed by Mike Newell and produced by Jerry Bruckheimer. It’s being distributed by Disney and is looking at a July 10, 2009 release date.
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