The upcoming science fiction film, “Story of Your Life” may be adding Amy Adams to the cast. The actress is reportedly in talks with director Denis Villeneuve according to Deadline.

The film is based on the award-winning short story of the same name by Ted Chiang. “Story of Your Life” is said to be a mind-bending science fiction thriller where in the aftermath of aliens land around the globe, a linguist is recruited by the US government in a race to decipher their intentions on Earth.

The script was written by Eric Heisserer, who is also executive producing. FilmNation Entertainment, in partnership with Lava Bear Films, is financing, producing and handling worldwide sales for the project. The producers are 21 Laps’ Shawn Levy and Dan Levine along with FilmNation and Lava Bear.

There is no word yet on when the studio is planning to release the film in theaters or any other actors attached to the project.