Robert Pattinson Considered for Lead Role in ‘American Idiot’ Film Adaptation
Green Day frontman Billie Joe Armstrong has experienced smash success with the Broadway musical 'American Idiot,' adapted from the 2004 Green Day album of the same name — so it makes sense that he'd be considering A-list talent for the upcoming film adaptation. First on his list? 'Twilight' star and global heartthrob Robert Pattinson, whose iconically disheveled mane and awkward demeanor have earned his visage a space on the bedroom wall of Twi-hards worldwide.
MTV reports that though rumors are flying that Pattinson is being considered for the role, this news is actually a few years old — Armstrong told Spinner.com that he thought Pattinson would be a good fit for the role way back in April 2009, well before 'Twilight' mania had reached its fever pitch. "He's a good actor," Armstrong said. "There's still more to come with that kid."
Apparently, VH1 breathed new life into the quote by featuring it during a recent episode of 'Pop Up Video,' causing the 'Twilight' fanatics to start buzzing. But the film is still a long way off: 'American Idiot' remains in pre-production, with no casting announcements made just yet, and the flick would hit theaters no earlier than 2013.
Pattinson wouldn't be a bad choice to play Christian, the male lead, given his well-established musical skills; MTV points out that Pattinson plays guitar and piano and composed several songs for the 'Twilight' soundtrack, though his rep recently denied that the actor is recording a solo album. Still, we'll wait for official confirmation from Camp R-Patz before we start drafting any Edward Cullen/Green Day mashup fan fiction.