Jennifer Lopez Considers Directing

Jennifer Lopez has admitted that she has considered trying out directing.

The actress and singer revealed that her Monster-In-Law co-star Jane Fonda even encouraged her to make the career move.

"A lot of people have been saying that to me lately and I remember when Jane said it on the set," Lopez told Australian newspaper The Sunday Mail.

"I won't say I haven't thought about it, because I have, but I just don't know. I always thought that directing took up so much of your life and I don't know if I could do it because of that.

"I would have to feel passionate about it. We'll see if a project comes along that makes me feel that way."

Speaking about the time that she spent with Fonda, Jennifer added, "We did get along and I found her fascinating.

"Obviously I was very excited to know that Jane was even interested in doing the movie and it was even more exciting to know that after 15 years [in retirement] she would choose to do it with me. It was a real honour."

One of the original Willy Wonka stars has praised Tim Burton's remake of the movie.

Julia Dawn Cole, who played spoilt brat Veruca Salt in the 1971 version, thinks that Roald Dahl would have enjoyed the adaptation of his Charlie and the Chocolate Factory story.

"I think it's as good as the original and my son Barney says it's better," Cole is quoted by Femalefirst.co.uk as saying.

"Roald Dahl didn't like our film but I'm convinced he would have loved this version. It picks up on all of the darker elements of his story, which kids love.

"I wouldn't say it is better than the original as that will always be special to me."

Lions Gate Films has singed a multi-picture film deal with LL Cool J - real name James Todd Smith - in the hope it will draw more female film-goers.

The rapper's first film is set to be an urban remake of Fatal Attraction.

Lions Gate's President of Production, Michael Paseornek, told the Hollywood Reporter: "What we are looking to do with LL is to get high-quality material that will attract talent. We are not looking to develop gimmicks but make real movies. LL has a huge following and is very credible with women."

In a statement, LL Cool J - his acronym for Ladies Love Cool James - said: "This is the perfect transition for me as I can now pour all my energy and creative juices into this fresh and exciting producing venture."