Elliott Smith's publicist has confirmed the existence of an unreleased short film, wherein the late folk singer plays a ... Rastafarian basketball player?

In addition, according to Wholphin, a DVD site covering rare and unseen short films, the film was directed by Paul Thomas Anderson ('Boogie NIghts,' 'Magnolia,' 'Punch-Drunk Love,'). But beyond the project's visionary, little else is known, including its title. However, reports point to a mid-2008 release.

In 1997, Smith was nominated for an Oscar for his folk tune 'Miss Misery,' featured on the soundtrack of the Academy Award-winning film 'Good Will Hunting.'

Anderson's latest film, 'There Will Be Blood,' which was scored by Radiohead guitarist Johnny Greenwood, is set for release on December 27.