Rendezvous with Rama not happening?

I came across this article on Slashfilm.com concerning the Rendezvous with Rama movie that was supposed to be directed by David Findher and star Morgan Freeman.

I wrote about the book and the possibility of a movie before. I think it's a bummer that this movie is not going to be made. Personally, I think it's much better material to direct and produce than a stupid remake of THE DAY THE EARTH STOOD STILL.

Blech.