Casting DofaS

In my film version of Arthur Miller’s classic play, Death of a Salesman, I would first cast William H. Macy as Willy Loman. For Willy’s wife, Linda, I would have to offer the role to Cheryl Hines, of Curb Your Enthusiasm fame. Finally, for the two Loman boys, I would want to cast Adrien Brody as Happy and John C. Reilly as Biff. 

So, yes, Willy. I see Willy as being a moody middle-aged man with a lot of internal conflict, which just so happens to William H. Macy’s niche (Edmond is a great example of this). There’s must be something about that long face and those mournful eyes... 

I picked Cheryl Hines to play Linda because although she can be nosy at times, she is ultimately just trying to be a good wife and really is well-natured. 

Happy is supposed to be successful and confident, but somehow I also picture him as being somewhat held-back and considerate; from Dummy to Cadillac Records, I think Adrien Brody would be able to embody all of those qualities. 

I see a lot of Happy in Biff too, just not as accomplished or focused. Biff is a big thinker, as well as someone who needs constant approval. I kind of get that vibe from John C. Reilly, especially from his work in Step Brothers and Chicago. Like his mother, Biff is ultimately good-natured, but also extremely observant. 

The American Dream: Defined

The American Dream is the idea, value, belief, whatever, that a better life is possible; if not for ourselves, for those who come after us.  Vague thought, perhaps, but this is essentially what comes to mind when I think about why America was founded, and what we stand for today, such as freedom of speech, religious tolerance and fair government; balance, and the right of every man and woman to make their own decisions. Consequently, The American Dream is one that promotes diversity, and not just culturally; Simply put, we can learn a lot about ourselves from others, even if they do not share our belief systems and political leanings etc. Even though we have our differences, Americans generally know how to work together, whether it be by cleaning up a public park, fighting wars, or passing laws... maybe that is another part of The American Dream.