Here she dreamcasts an adaptation of her new novel, Claire Casey's Had Enough:
It would be a dream come true to see Claire Casey’s Had Enough turned into a film. So, while I’m dreaming, here’s a look at the cast I’d love to watch bring these characters to life on the big or small screen.Visit Liz Alterman's website.
Kristen Bell would make a fabulous Claire as we’ve just seen her do a fantastic job as the flawed but lovable Joanne in Nobody Wants This. I think she’d nail the harried mom who wants and deserves more from her life and her relationships perfectly.
I had actor Paul Rudd in mind while writing Claire’s husband Paul. Going beyond the same name, I think Paul Rudd is charming and adorable enough that you could almost forgive him for asking where the ketchup and toilet paper are over and over again as fictional Paul does.
As Alex, Claire’s former boyfriend who is well-intended but a bit of a know-it-all, I envision actor Aaron Eckhart. I feel like his voice matches the one I hear in my head for Alex and he always comes off as authoritative.
I’d love to see Judi Dench as Claire’s friend Bea. I could envision Dench hitting it out of the park when it comes to Bea’s mix of humor, wisdom, and wistfulness.
For Maggie, Claire’s college roommate, I’d cast Isla Fisher for her comic timing.
Kristie, the friend who invites Claire to be her “wingwoman,” would be a great role for Jane Krakowski.
Catherine Keener would be wonderful as Abby, the neighbor who seeks Claire’s help while also subtly (and not so subtly) insulting her.
If I can continue dreaming a moment longer, I'd love Sharon Horgan to direct and Aimee Mann to write and perform the soundtrack.
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