Lennon: The movie

(Friday August 29, 2008 12:29 AM)

A big screen adaptation of the early years of John Lennon is in the pipeline, it has been confirmed.

The movie is expected to be called "Nowhere Boy" and will concentrate on the rock legend's troubled adolescence being raised in Liverpool by his aunt.

Sam Taylor-Wood, more renowned for her work as an artist, is expected to direct the film and she explained what areas of Lennon's upbringing will be key.

"The women in John's early life truly shaped who he became and the strengths and weaknesses of their relationships are central to this film", she said.

Casting for "Nowhere Boy" is underway, Ecosse Films, who are developing the project with the Film Council, told Reuters.