Disney Film Directed by Steven Spielberg for First Time

Bloomberg: Disney is investing in the Steven Spielberg film “The BFG,” deepening its relationship with the director of “Jaws” and “E.T.” It’s the first time Spielberg has directed a Disney-branded picture. Production on the Vancouver-based project has begun, Disney said. The film is based on the Roald Dahl children’s book about a big friendly giant. Walden Media, Denver billionaire Phil Anschutz’s production company, is also an investor in the film.