Recasting Couch
Andie MacDowell is the enthusiastically received Basinger replacement.
In the discussion (4)
Approx. transcript time · 00:47:55Read transcript
- A performer with comic energy is wanted; Hunter and McDormand receive support, while Lane and an earlier Stone are considered. — Chris Ryan
- Moore is considered but her fit with comedy is questioned.
- MacDowell is greeted as an excellent idea, with the real mother/daughter connection noted and Qualley’s possible career preferences left speculative. — Chris Ryan
- Basinger’s straight approach is contrasted with other actors recognizing the film as funny; shooting-order explanations are guesses. — Rob Mahoney