With E.L. James being hailed as this year's top-earning author, it is no doubt that 'Fifty Shades of Grey' has taken the literary world by storm. Fans have long been waiting for the provocative novel's film adaptation particularly the celebrities who will play the lead roles.

In a radio interview with Northwest Prime, film producer Dana Brunetti spilled 5 things about the highly-anticipated film.

Release Date

While there is a wide array of speculations as to who will play Christian Grey and Anastasia Steele, one thing is for sure - the film's release date which is August 1, 2014. That's less than a year from now!

Producers Are Ready To Face Criticism For Their Chosen Leads

Brunetti knows that despite their deliberation, many fans will still be disappointed with their choice for the couple. Once the official cast is revealed, they will be ready to face criticisms from unhappy fans.

Nonetheless, this does not mean that the remarks of the fans are insignificant because...

The Choices Of The Fans Are Being Observed And Considered

According to him, their group monitors what the fans say about casting. Article comments, tweets, fan-made movie trailers, and even forum debates are not useless because they serve as vital components in shaping the producers' decision.

There Will Be A Chemistry Test For Artists Who Will Be Initially Selected

Even if a particular actor and actress accept the role, it doesn't mean that they will be casted right away. Brunetti says that since the movie will largely depend on the leads' chemistry, a chemistry test will be conducted. If the duo is able to give justice to the intense scenes, then the contracts will be released. It is also likely that Christian will be picked first.

It's Not Yet Known Whether The Succeeding Flicks Will Be Produced

It is still unknown whether 'Fifty Shades Darker' and 'Fifty Shades Freed' will come to life. As of now, the producers are only concentrating on how they can make the novel come out as a work of art.