In an article by Time, Emma Watson is stated as being considered for the lead role in a film based on the story of Bethany Hamilton, a now 16 year old, homeschooled entrepreneur, who was attacked by a shark in Hawaii while surfing in 2003. Hamilton lost her arm in the attack. The movie is based on Hamilton's autobiography, Soul Surfer.

Emma has not been set in the role. As of right now, she's only being considered. Other candidates for the role include Jamie Lynn Spears.

Filming is set to begin in the fall, which would clash with filming for 'Order of the Phoenix' which isn't due to end until October/November.