Minnie Weygandt
Minnie Weygandt, 58, originally from Iowa, has served as Eddy’s cook and housekeeper for a decade. A farm girl at heart, she left her home in the dead of winter to travel to Pleasant View and has brought a strong, warm-hearted presence to the home. In addition to keeping everyone well-fed, she is an amateur photographer and, along with Calvin Frye, enjoys taking behind-the-scenes shots of Eddy and the staff.
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Shirley Cheechoo has the ability to bring her amazing acting skills and personal strength to the roll. In my opinion, she would be the right choice for the part.
Okay Lisa, I could see Shirley Cheechoo in this role too, but who jumped out to me because I think she could play her “strong, warm-hearted presence” even though I’ve seen her play some mean characters but Imelda Staunton jumps out at me.
Kathy Bates has portrayed many no-nonsense type woman with a “go get it done” attitude, and I could envision her with a camera, sort of making her own Facebook page for Pleasant View!
Shirley has done some amazing work in film and theatre. Would love to see her play Minnie Weygandt!
My vote goes to Shirley Cheechoo. Shirley is a very fine, nuanced strong actor.
Shirley Cheechoo has my vote if ever I had a vote. There is something that cannot be mimiced outside of living on a reserve, to truly capture the tone within the essance of a person, you will need the experiences of a native life behind the voice portayed. No truer words were ever said than “we shall endeavour to persevere” of a native life.
Kathy Bates came to mind, she resembles Minnie
I vote for Shirley!
I’d definately go with Shirley Cheechoo. Great lady and a great actress!
There isn’t a shred of doubt in my mind that Shirley Cheechoo would be the perfect actress to play the part, her skills as an actress are noteworthy and she is an all around good person!
I think Shirley Cheechoo has the ability and clout to balance Val Kilmer’s screen presence. There would be very interesting chemistry between them. Shirley is a smart, determined, unwavering go getter.
Have you thought about having someone with culinary leanings and experience? She could cook for the actors!! Authenically. Perhaps a lady who has hosted many dinners which are church friends? I know a lady who has been a good friend of mine for ten or so years. She would be THE perfect one!! Also, I myself am 51 and pleasingly plump! My hat is in the ring, too!! I’m Dalemarie Davis.
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kathy bates
Kathy Bates!
Kathy Baker
I agree, Kathy Bates!
Kathy Bates or Edie McClurg
I would vote for Shirley Cheechoo…she knows how to capture the audience’s attention
I agree with Kathy Baker
Although Cheechoo is an amazing actor, the one who comes to mind for me is Tantoo Cardinal. Cardianl will make you laugh, cry and ride the emotinal roller coaster. I love watching Tantoo! She has my vote.
Shirley Cheechoo would do justice to the part and I agree with Amanda ‘ that there would be some interesting chemistry!
I vote for Shirley Cheechoo! Val and Shirley..sounds great already!
She’s got amazing talent! She can play any role she sets her mind to!
I’d seriously consider Shirley Cheechoo for this – she has an inner strength and depth that comes from a deep knowledge of the world and what the world can bring to a person – both good and bad.
There is no question Kathy Bates could do this. Let me suggest a long shot that might be fun because it would seem to be casting against type. I don’t know how you have written this part so I could be missing the mark. It probably would have been helpful to have some sample dialogue in addition to the character bio. Think Bet Midler. She has the warmth and spirit that I think the bio conveys. She also has the kind of playful nature that would have fun taking shots of the household. She just might be a lot of fun to work with… then again maybe she doesn’t do midwestern accents and would be a bit pricy for your modest budget, but it sure is fun to picture her doing something like this my imagination.
Dianne Wiest, Bette Midler or Kathy Bates
Margo Martindale.
Absolutely Kathy Bates!
Kathy Bates.
Dana Wheeler Nicholson
Kathy Bates
Paula Deen
Shirley Cheechoo is whom I would vote for. She will do this role justice.
Kathy Bates is perfect for this role.
hee hee hee….Kathy Lamkin
all the way ; )
….okay, yeah, kathy bates would be brilliant too…and this kind of thing seems like it’d be right up her alley : )
Conchata Ferrell or Kathy Bates
On this one I agree with most — Kathy Bates!
But also – Bonnie Bedelia
I strongly suggest Shirley Cheechoo for this presence and talent would fit for a project of someone so deserving.
Elaine Miles.
Kathleen Turner. Taking back my last suggestion agewise.
Conchata Ferrell
Rosie O Donnel
Minnie Weygandt would best be portrayed by Kathy Bates.