Scott to direct McCarthy-scripted movie

The filmmaker Ridley Scott has officially signed up for the movie 'The Counselor' which focuses on a respected lawyer who struggles to cope when he begins to dabble in the drug business and Ridley has reportedly approached his 'Prometheus' star Michael Fassbender for the lead role.

Filming is set to begin on May 1 and although Ridley favours 'Shame' star Michael, a number of high-profile actors are said to have expressed their interest in the lead role.