Oz: The Great And Powerful - Downey Jr. Speaks!

Robert Downey Jr.

Robert Downey Jr. was asked about his involvement with Oz: The Great and Powerful over the weekend while was at the Gene Siskel Film Center to receive his Renaissance Award.

He wasn't concrete in his answer but he did make it sound like he'll be playing the man behind the curtain, before there was a curtain.

He also helped to confirm that Sam Raimi is going to be directing the movie saying that he will "hook up with Sam and see what he thinks."

It may still be a while before production on Oz: The Great and Powerful gets underway. But having a director and star on board is a good start.

Stay tuned for more information as Hollywood lets it slip out.