American Pie director
Chris Weitz can handle teen debauchery but can he take on teen angst with a vampire twist?
He's been offered the chance -- will he take it? We shall see ...
Sources tell EW.com that Summit Entertainment is about to hire Weitz as the director for New Moon, the second installment of
Stephenie Meyer's best-selling Twilight series.
Although Weitz was indeed offered the high-profile gig, the filmmaker has spent much of the week contemplating his participation.
According to Summit Entertainment, the deal remains unconsummated.
"No, it is not official," a studio representative told MTV News. "We are not confirming anything at this point. He is not signed on as the director."
"We are not confirming," echoed a second rep.
Weitz and his brother Paul co-directed and produced American Pie and were then nominated for an Academy Award for best screenplay for About a Boy.
Chris made his solo directorial debut with The Golden Compass.
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