Morning Call Sheet: More Angie, Tarantino, and the Lost Roles of John Candy
by John NolteZOOEY DESCHANEL’S ‘NEW GIRL’ FIRST TV HIT OF THE SEASON
Whether it’s on television or in the movies, Deschanel deserves to be a star. With so many cookie-cutter actresses out there, she really stands out. There’s a quality about her and a very real talent. Though I’ve never met her, I did get a chance to watch her work for a day on a film set and can testify that she’s every bit as charismatic and fetching in real life. And that voice … wow.
WHAT?!?! MICHAEL K. WILLIAMS LOST A PART TO JAMIE FOXX?
What was Quentin Tarantino thinking? Normally, I wouldn’t even come close to questioning the director’s normally inspired casting choices, but just the idea of Williams — who brought to life “The Wire’s” Omar, one of the greatest characters on the big screen or small — in the title role of Tarantino’s “Django Unchained,” makes me want to get in line for a ticket now.
Nothing against Jamie Foxx, but Williams is one of those once in a generation actors. Reportedly, Tarantino is writing a part in the film just for him. So that helps some.
Some.







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