Tom Hanks tightens security

Tom Hanks who has starred as Robert Langdon, in the controversial movie The Da Vinci Code, has hired more security, as he is scared the movie might put his family at risk from disgruntled Christian groups.

A source is quoted in Britain's Daily Star newspaper as saying: "Tom and director Ron Howard try to play it all down, but religion is a very sensitive subject. There is no question that some people are very offended by elements of the story."

The Oscar-winning actor and his family now have security with them wherever they go at all times. The source explained: "It would be foolish not to ensure they are properly guarded for every eventuality."