DIRECTOR David Fincher always knew that Rooney Mara, the star of the eagerly-anticipated English-language version of The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, was a special talent.

DAVID FINCHER has directed some very good crime films during his distinguished career, including Se7en (1995) and Zodiac (2007), but it’s unlikely The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo (18s) will feature on a show-reel of his finest moments when the Academy finally gets around to presenting him with a lifetime achievement award.

Rooney Mara says appearing in 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' has made her less feminine.

Stieg Larsson’s brother has rejected claims by the late crime novelist’s long-time companion that the family is trying to squeeze every penny from Larsson’s posthumous fame.