"NASCAR Images and CMT Films are teaming up to produce "Dale," the first authorized documentary on Dale Earnhardt to be released theatrically. Narrated by Paul Newman,the film will open in limited relase in February, coinciding with the start of the 2007 Nextel Cup season. The film will include archival race footage, rare outtakes, never-before-seen home videos and interviews with the late racing icon's friends, family, competitors and fans..." (full details)

"Paramount Pictures and Nickelodeon Movies have picked up the CG-animated kidpic pitch "Mayfly" from writing team Leo Benvenuti and Steve Rudnick. Insects have a very short lifespan, with some living only for one day. Story concerns a mayfly who accidentally oversleeps and, with the help of a tortoise friend, discovers the value of living for the moment. Concept puts the opposing lifespans of the two creatures into play since tortoises often live close to 100 years..." (full details)

"Michael Moore's healthcare expose documentary "Sicko" looks almost ready for release. Moore said last week the film is "three quarters of the way done" and has a targeted release date, via the Weinstein Co., set for later this year..." (full details)