Mann denies that Keanu Reeves was originally signed to play Chris; it was Val Kilmer
Michael Madsen was considered, but Mann denies that he was cast and replaced by Sizemore
Mann does not recall Ted Levine declining Waingro to avoid typecasting and doubts the story
Mann says James Caan was not seriously planned for Heat despite their friendship
Mann names Kate Winslet as a serious alternative to Natalie Portman for Lauren

Los Angeles geography, crew dinners, Chris’s line and Eady’s attraction

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Does Mann cheat Los Angeles driving geography?
Mann admits using Terminal Island refineries for a journey that would not pass them
Why would disciplined thieves dine in public with their families after a heist?
Mann says they socialize and Neil does not yet know he is under surveillance
Is Chris asking the basketball players about rent or bread?
Mann confirms rent; ASR makes the brief response imperfect
The police’s handling of Chris at Charlene’s home is questioned
Why would Eady remain interested after Neil is rude?
Mann frames her initial approach as loneliness and curiosity, not immediate attraction