Theron mooted for LA Confidential sequel

Charlize Theron is the frontrunner to play the lead female role in L.A Confidential sequel White Jazz - if director Joe Carnahan has his way.

Carnahan wants the Oscar winner to play Glenda Bledsoe opposite George Clooney and Ray Liotta, according to MovieHole.net.

The original 1997 movie earned Kim Basinger a Best Supporting actress Oscar.