"I think Aniston can do it!"
At the routine production meeting, Director Danny Boyle expressed his approval, "I've discussed the female lead with the scriptwriter Bradt. The role doesn't require particularly complex acting, and Aniston's experience is more than enough to handle it."
Directors also prefer using experienced actors—it's easier and less of a hassle on set. No one wants to bother teaching newcomers who lack leading experience.
Kelly considered a more practical issue, "What about her salary? She wouldn't ask for 20 million US dollars, would she?"
Martin replied, "20 million plus is what Aniston got paid for a season of Friends. She doesn't ask for that much in movies."
It was Jessica who dealt with CAA. She said, "I inquired tentatively, and their bottom line is around 5 million US dollars."
Kelly asked, "The box office response to 'Off-track Pursuit,' where she starred, seems to be average."
