Emmett/Furla Films, a wholly owned subsidiary of Family Room Entertainment Corporation, has announced that principal photography has commenced on the Richard Donner ("Lethal Weapon", "Maverick")-directed "16 Blocks", which stars Bruce Willis and the recently announced Mos Def ("The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy").

Based on a screenplay written by Richard Wenk, "16 Blocks" follows Jack Mosley (Willis), an aging cop assigned the mundane task of escorting a fast-talking, wise-cracking young witness (Mos Def) to the courthouse -- sixteen city blocks away -- and the action-packed thrill ride that takes place in those "sixteen blocks."

Co-chairmen Randall Emmett and George Furla stated: "We are excited to be working with the strong creative talents of Dick and Bruce. We believe that '16 Blocks' is a high-concept picture with commercial appeal and, with the elements assembled, solid potential."

Thanks to 'Jack'.