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 Who was considered for The Piano?

Isabelle Huppert
Huppert has said in a few interviews that she auditioned for the role and later regretted not fighting for it.
Actor who got the part: Holly Hunter

Anjelica Huston
Huston was one of many actresses considered for the Holly Hunter role.
Actor who got the part: Holly Hunter

Jennifer Jason Leigh
Jennifer Jason Leigh was offered a chance to meet with Jane Campion to read for the part of Ada, but she couldn't make it because she was shooting Rush at the time.
Actor who got the part: Holly Hunter

Sigourney Weaver
Weaver was director's first choice to play Ada but she was taking a break from films at the time.
Actor who got the part: Holly Hunter



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