Whoopi Goldberg landed a role in a movie after confronting loud noises in her neighborhood, as revealed by director Mario Van Peebles.
Van Peebles shared with Page Six how Goldberg essentially cast herself in his latest Western film, “Outlaw Posse.” While he was working on the “Wu-Tang: An American Saga” show in New Jersey, Goldberg approached him angrily about the noise disturbance, leading to a conversation about her desire to star in a Western movie.
The actress expressed her interest in portraying Stagecoach Mary, the first Black woman to work as a major route postwoman in the US, to which Van Peebles responded positively. This interaction paved the way for Goldberg’s role in “Outlaw Posse.”
In the independent film, Goldberg takes on the character of Stagecoach Mary, showcasing her talents in a different genre from her usual projects. Van Peebles emphasized that while she was compensated for her work, Goldberg’s motivation came from a genuine passion for the role.
When it comes to casting decisions, Van Peebles follows a simple guideline: he imagines all potential actors as if they were kids at a camp and asks himself if he would enjoy playing with them. If the answer is yes, then they are a good fit for the movie.
A special screening of “Outlaw Posse” took place at Regal Union Square Theatre, where Charlamagne Tha God moderated a Q&A session with Van Peebles. The event saw the attendance of notable figures like Whoopi Goldberg, French Montana, and Joey Bada$$. Additionally, the film features a star-studded cast including Neal McDonough, Edward James Olmos, Cedric The Entertainer, Cam Gigandet, DC Young Fly, and John Carroll Lynch.
“Outlaw Posse” is now showing in theaters, offering audiences a fresh take on the Western genre with Goldberg’s standout performance as Stagecoach Mary.