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Christian Bale bails on Enzo Ferrari Hollywood biopic

Hollywood superstar Christian Bale has passed up the chance to play legendary sportscar manufacturer and Formula 1 team boss Enzo Ferrari in Michael Mann’s upcoming movie blockbuster, citing health concerns. Former Batman star Bale, who has been nominated for an Oscar for his role in The Big Short, is believed to have pulled out of the role due to the weight-gain process required to play the part of Ferrari. According to multiple sources in Hollywood, Bale didn’t feel comfortable with the timeframe to gain the weight – despite his renowned bodyshape fluctuations for films such as The Machinist and American Hustle. He would have played Ferrari in period from 1957, when the automotive...
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