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Is Dustin Hoffman out of 'Little Fockers'?

Now that the trailer is circulating the intertubes, I felt like I was the only person asking this question. EW has a bit of information on the subject:

Sources tell EW.com that there has been strife between Hoffman and the studio over the size of the part, the scheduling of the days on set and other difficulties. Hoffman had tentatively agreed to appear in what was to be a very funny cameo at the end of the film. That seems to have now fallen apart, due to either salary issues or scheduling problems, or both. The studio, Universal, declined to comment. At this point, we do know that Streisand still has a prominent role in the movie as Ben Stiller’s mother but alas, Papa Focker’s role is looking much more unstable.

This is really horrible news. Hoffman’s Bernie Focker was easily my favorite part of the second movie. It can’t be about budget, considering that they’ve added Jessica Alba and Harvey Keitel in roles (according to the trailer).

But Alex is right: “Taking this movie and putting it in the holiday season was a smart move.” I think a lot of people will come out to see this movie. It’s a solid franchise. I’m just really gonna miss Bernie.

(hat tip to popculturebrain)