Philip Johnson, an engineering student who had never acted before, was discovered by Rosie in a restaurant two days before principal photography was set to begin. His quiet, introspective look prompted Rosie to stare at him until the boy's uncle asked, "Aren't you Roseanne Barr?," to which Rosie replied, "Close enough!" That icebreaker opened the door for Rosie to invite Philip to audition.
