Texas Chainsaw Prequel Casting News!

'A.B' alerted us about a few names being consireded for the upcoming Jonathan Liebesman untitled "Texas Chainsaw Massacre" prequel for New Line Cinema. Also what the studio is looking for to play the role, and a bit info on the plot. The story as far as we know follows a group of kids who run afoul of chainsaw-wielding psycho Leatherface and his demented family. The story will reveal Leatherface's origins. But here is what we are being told.

I just shot a short film with someone connected to this next movie in some capacity. I've got a few names that might be involved in the "Texas Chainsaw" prequel movie for Jonathan Liebesman. R. Lee Ermey, Cassandra McGrath, Lauren Ambrose, Justin Bartha. At least, that's some of the names that are being 'looked at'. Offers and auditions go out/begin shortly. Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Beginning has a role like Jessica's (Biel) in the first. "Constance" is described as being between 18-22, Caucasian, Sexy and smart, she is a girl coming into her own. On her way to Mexico to celebrate with her sister, she notices all and fears it as well. Beautiful, yet innocent, she will come full circle in a fight for her life. Lead. It's the 'star making' role. 'Sparky' I work for a publishing company. A couple of months back "State of Fear" was snapped up by Paramount. Michael Crichton's environmental thriller. They're bringing in actresses to test for roles - I can also tell you two of the names I know they're chasing for it, newcomer Cassie McGrath (Dimension's Wolf Creek) and Shannyn Sossamon (Lions Gate's Rules of Attraction).

We'll keep you posted.