Emma Stone to star in Cameron Crowe's next

Sony has picked up the project, which is based on Crowe's original script. Scott Rudin will produce. The director is hoping to begin shooting later this year, the Hollywood Reporter said.

Crowe last director 'We Bought a Zoo' for 20th Century. The movie, released last Christmas, grossed $120 million

Stone will next be in theaters in January with 'The Gangster Squad'.