Jonny Depp promotes new movie "Sweeney Todd" in Japan

Actor Johnny Depp attends a press conference for his latest film 'Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street," in Tokyo on January 9, 2008. (UPI Photo/Keizo Mori)

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Glover tapped for 'Wonderland' role

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 24 (UPI) -- Crispin Glover, a U.S. actor known for his quirky roles, has signed up for a part in Tim Burton's upcoming big-screen version of "Alice in Wonderland."

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