Juliette Binoche was considered to play the lead role.

Helena Bonham Carter was reportedly considered to play the lead.

Minnie Driver tested for the title role.

Patsy Kensit screen tested to play the lead role.

Lucy Lawless was considered to play the lead role.

Was considered to play the title role.

She was tired of films and wanted to do theater at that time.

Uma Thurman refused to read for the title role. Ultimately, over 100 actresses were considered and rejected, and Cate Blanchett was finally cast.

Emily Watson turned down the lead role. Cate Blanchett won the part.

Among many actresses who screen tested for the lead role.