Lance Hallstrom (the director) and I have been examining many boys for the part of my younger brother, and it was Leonardo (Dicaprio) who was chosen. He's a good kid...
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- He explains how Leonardo DiCaprio was chosen to play his younger brother in a film.
- In plain terms
- He worked with the director to pick Leonardo for a role.
- What can you take from it?
- Casting requires careful examination of many actors.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How are roles filled?
- What makes a good choice?
Another view
It offers little insight beyond a standard production detail.
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