With principal photography just beginning, The Weinstein Co. has released the first set photo from Rob Marshall’s ‘Nine’. Marshall, who previously directed 2002’s Oscar winner, ‘Chicago’,  is back at with the ladies in his adaptation of the Tony Award-winning musical. Nicole Kidman, Marion Cotillard, Dame Judi Dench, Penélope Cruz, Kate Hudson, Fergie and Sophia Loren. The only one you cant see is Daniel Day-Lewis - his back is to the camera.

‘Nine’ is the story of Guido Contini, an Italian filmmaker who is balancing his latest movie project with the many women in his life, including his wife, mistress, and even his dead mother. ‘Nine’ is due in theaters next December 11, 2009….we’ll see if lightning strikes twice for another Marshall musical during next year’s Oscar season. Very excited about this one!

For a bigger, luscious look, click here.