Penn in Fair Game talks

Sean Penn is in talks to appear in political picture Fair Game, it has been reported.

The Dead Man Walking and I Am Sam star, who won an Oscar at the weekend for his role in Milk, could be set to take up a part in the movie which is based on the life of CIA agent Valerie Plame.

Naomi Watts, who has previously appeared in The Ring and Mulholland Drive, is already confirmed to appear in the Doug Liman film.

While Penn is in talks regarding joining the cast it is understood that no agreement is yet in place as to whether the 48-year-old Mystic River star will sign on for a role.

The story centres around the controversy involving the Bush administration and Valerie Plame, whose husband wrote letters which criticised the government, which led to her position being compromised.

Director Liman has previously worked on movies such as The Bourne Identity, Jumper and Go.

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