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Opening Soon: Ayn Rand's Atlas Shrugged

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Decades after Godfather producer Albert S. Ruddy first attempted to create a film version of the Ayn Rand novel Atlas Shrugged, the sweeping anti-government epic is finally making its way to the big screen. It appears to be brilliant timing, as Rand's ode to triumphant individualism and unfettered capitalism is selling at a faster rate today than at any time during its 51-year history. Click through the gallery to see who'll be playing some of the main characters.

Trivia buffs should note that back in the 70's when NBC wanted to film it for television, author Ayn Rand wanted Farrah Fawcett to play the leading role. More recently, actresses Charlize Theron and Angelina Jolie were considered, as was Brad Pitt for the lead male role. Instead, moviegoers will see Taylor Schilling play railway heiress Dagny Taggart plus other interesting casting choices.

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