Debbie backs Dunst for Blondie film

Updated 06.31 Tue Oct 16 2007
Keywords: Debbie Harry, Kirsten Dunst, Blondie

Debbie Harry has given Kirsten Dunst two thumbs up to play her in a forthcoming film about Blondie.

The singer showed her support for the Spider-Man actress after she was criticised for being picked for the role.

"I've met with (Dunst) a couple of times and hung out with her socially. She's just a sweetie" - Debbie Harry

Harry said: "I've met with (Dunst) a couple of times and hung out with her socially. She's just a sweetie."

She also added she believed Dunst could handle the part.

"She's probably capable of a lot of things she hasn't been asked to do yet, and doing something that's sort of left of centre would be great for her," she said.

The film, directed by Michael Gondry, is currently in pre-production.

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