11.   As for Chase, he has signed a deal to write and direct a film, which he may or may not start this year.

12.   Ashutosh Gowariker, who wrote and directed the film, portrays the British Army as conscienceless oppressors, who cynically play the local rajahs against each other.

13.   Assayas, who normally writes and directs his films, said he is interested but cautious about making an English-language film.

14.   At first, the producers wanted Beatty to direct the film, but he declined.

15.   At the moment, Scorsese is again venturing into unfamiliar territory, directing a film about the Dalai Lama.

16.   At Harris Drury, he succeeds Bryan Lahr, vice president and co-creative director, who left to pursue a career directing films.

17.   Bahari has directed a film that links forever any and all who would attempt to free oppression and deprivation.

18.   Benigni also directed the film and was co-writer of it with Vincenzo Cerami.

19.   After dabbling in documentaries, Diane Keaton jumps to directing feature films with this offbeat family drama.

20.   Allen also directed the film, which is both funny and touching, with a memorable dramatic performance by Rashad.