Movies: Ewan McGregor, Kristin Scott Thomas to Star in "Salmon Fishing in Yemen"

August 9, 2010 By: Marshall Cutchin

The movie version adaptation of Paul Torday’s critically acclaimed novel begins principal photography today and will be directed by Lasse Hallström (“Chocolat,” “The Cider House Rules”).
“Romantic fable Salmon Fishing In The Yemen follows government scientist Dr Alfred Jones (McGregor), as a fly fishing-obsessed Sheikh (Amr Waked) tasks him with a seemingly impossible task – introducing salmon to the wadis of the Yemen.” Jason Nicholls on RapidTalent.uk.com.