Rodriguez pic cast swells
Hayek, Neuwirth join sci-fier
Pic already stars Elijah Wood, Robert Patrick, Clea Duvall, Shawn Hatosy and Josh Hartnett.
Pic, which is said to be in the "sci-fi alien" genre, combines the talents of "Scream" writer Kevin Williamson with those of "From Dusk Till Dawn" director Robert Rodriguez.
Though little is known about the storyline, sources said that Neuwirth has one of the larger ensemble roles, while Hayek will have a cameo.
Hayek is well acquainted with Rodriguez. She made a memorable vampire in "Dusk" and starred opposite Antonio Banderas in the actioner "Desperado," Rodriguez' sequel to his breakthrough pic "El Mariachi."
Hayek moves to the "Rodriguez/Williamson" project following a starring role in the disco drama "54" -- along with Mike Myers and Neve Campbell -- for Dimension parent Miramax Films.
Neuwirth is best known for her role as the caustic Lilith in the sitcoms "Cheers" and "Frasier." Her other feature credits include "Malice," "Bugsy," "Green Card" and "Say Anything."
Hayek is repped by William Morris Agency's John Fogelman. Neuwirth is repped by ICM's Risa Shapiro and Aleen Keshishian.
Dimension Films president Cary Granat and senior VP of business and legal affairs Brian Burkin negotiated on behalf of Dimension.
