This summer's big-screen adaptation of Sex and the City made such huge waves at the box office that it's no wonder HBO is already talking about a sequel. Though the film is still playing in theaters around the country, HBO programming president Michael Lombardo says there is "enormous interest" in doing another film. According to the New York Times, Lombardo has said that Warner Brothers is "trying, with our help, to put that together now. When that happens, how long between, can't say. But there's absolutely interest."

Despite the enthusiasm, Entertainment Weekly reports that there is no script, no deal in place, and no definite word on whether the four leading ladies are willing to return for a second film. Says EW, the stars are "taking a cautious attitude towards another film, not wanting to rush a sequel and risk disappointing their loyal fans." Still, Lombardo says HBO is "heartened" by the movie's success and keenly interested in making another one.

The Times, meanwhile, also hints at another possible HBO show turned film—The Sopranos—but only if creator David Chase gives his approval.

In other movie news:

Is Bush satirized in WALL*E? (Slash Film)
Fans speculate about subtle political undertones in Pixar's latest

Dark Knight actors honor Heath Ledger (Melbourne Herald-Sun)
Meanwhile, insiders predict a posthumous Oscar nomination

Jon Favreau back for Iron Man 2 (Deadline Hollywood Daily)
Director signs on for sequel, set for April 2010 release

SAG stays in stall mode (Variety)
Screen Actors Guild probably not going to strike, but current stalemate is likely to persist for several more weeks

Guillermo del Toro talks Hellboy 2 (USA Today)
Says fantasy substitutes for religion and dogma

Robert Downey, Jr. to star as Sherlock Holmes (Variety)
Guy Ritchie to direct the latest adaptation of the fabled detective

Lucasfilm launches "webdocs" to promote Clone Wars (Lucasfilm)
Behind-the-scenes looks at the new Star Wars movie available for download

Walden Media acquires family comedy Housebroken (The Hollywood Reporter)
Film about talking animals living under one roof, part animated and part live action

De Niro announces plans for two Good Shepherd sequels (Variety)
Also working on new Martin Scorsese film, for release in 2009

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