Lionsgate, Double Feature Films, and Mandate Pictures are in pre-production on the upcoming feature film ‘LOL’ starring Miley Cyrus  and Demi Moore. Moore will play Miley Cyrus’ mother in an American version of the 2008 French hit L.O.L (Laughing Out Loud).

Original filmmaker Lisa Azuelos will also write and direct the Hollywood remake, about a high school teenager and her divorced mom as they attempt to get on with their lives after break-ups. LOL is described as a fresh coming-of-age story for modern times.

Lisa Azuelos won a coveted Jury Prize for the French version of L.O.L at the Monte-Carlo Comedy Film Festival in 2008. Sophie Marceau also won for Best Actress.

LOL’s producers include Double Feature Films’ Michael Shamberg and Stacey Sher (Erin Brockovich, Along Came Polly, Pulp Fiction), and Nathan Kahane (Nick and Norah’s Infinite Playlist, and the Oscar winning Juno). Romain Le Grand, who produced the original French version, is also producing this film.

For more info: Auditions are getting underway and there will be numerous roles for teens as well as teachers and parents. The auditions and casting information for this film can be found on the following blog post: Lionsgate Miley Cyrus Demi Moore film LOL Auditions

The film will start shooting July, 2010 in Detroit. The extras will be cast in Detroit as well as some principal roles.

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