Will Bale Lead Noah's Ark?

Darren Aronofsky wants Christian Bale to star in his "gritty" take on the biblical tale of "Noah's Ark" reports Vulture.

Aronofsky wrote the script for "Noah," but has now handed re-writing duties to John Logan (The Last Samurai, Gladiator).

If Bale signs on it would help secure studio backing for the pic.Three studios Paramount Pictures Summit Entertainment, and Fox now considering co-financing the movie with New Regency Enterprises where it is set up.