Juno was cerebral, sardonic and even a little rude–in a non-threatening and endearing sort of way. Movie audiences were starved for her originality and frankness. Charlize Theron’s character in Young Adult will reportedly bear close resemblance to that independent spirit. While the film is still in the works, I can’t help but think about how a reiteration of Juno’s distinct persona might play out with Theron at the helm.

I’m not doubting Theron’s acting chops. If anything, my reservations are a testament to her performance. Which performance? Why the one that earned her the gold statue. Theron’s portrayal of Aileen Wuornos, the homosexual, brash and androgynous serial killer in Monster was one for the cinema-history books. This new role in Young Adult might not be too much of a stretch, as an anonymous source (who’s read the script) tells me Theron will play a much darker “Juno” that won’t be “as mouthy”. I can’t wait to see it. Theron is an older female in Hollywood. I’m excited she got this opportunity at all. I hope the script is meaty and interesting.