- Mazel Tov! Coen Brothers nab rights to “The Yiddish Policemen’s Union,” an alternate history written by Pulitzer Prize winner (and “Spider-Man 2″ scribe) Michael Chabon. (Variety)

- Could Will Ferrell be the next centerfold in Sports Illustrated’s swimsuit issue? Funnyman teams up with Heidi Klum for a “Semi-Pro” photo shoot. (Sports Illustrated)

- Marisa Tomei grapples the lead for Darren Aronofsky’s “The Wrestler.” (Variety)

- If the body is willing … Frank Miller signs on for two sequels to “The Spirit.” (Superhero Hype)

- New Line is tricksy and false, according to lawsuit filed by Tolkien estate. (Telegraph)