Source: Variety

Paul Weitz is readying American Dreamz for production at Universal Pictures. The social satire will reunite the helmer with actors who've appeared in previous Weitz films, including "About a Boy" star Hugh Grant.

According to Variety, talks are under way to bring aboard Dennis Quaid, and Chris Klein of "American Pie." Mandy Moore is also negotiating to join the pic. 

"The movie examines the role of dreams and ambitions in American culture," Weitz said. "It's about what's wrong with America and how close it is to what's right with America."

The film follows several characters drawn from the political and entertainment spheres. Grant, for instance, will portray a disaffected British TV personality, while Quaid is in line to play the U.S. President going through a nervous breakdown.

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