The New Nation - Internet Edition

Reuters, New York

'Weeds' star Mary-Louise Parker will begin a May/December romance with Michael Douglas in 'Solitary,' an Indies drama co-starring Susan Sarandon, Danny DeVito and Jenna Fischer.

The story revolves around an ex-auto dealership owner (Douglas) whose career and marriage have collapsed because of his less-than-ethical behaviour. Parker will play a high-powered society belle.

Brian Koppelman and David Levien will direct the Millennium Films feature from Koppelman's script.

The shoot, set to begin next month in New York, will be a perfect fit for Parker. The Manhattan-based actress is gearing up to play Hedda Gabler in the Roundabout Theater Co's new take on Henrik Ibsen's classic play of the same name. Following the January-March run, Parker will return to 'Weeds,' the hit Showtime series that wrapped its fourth season last month.