He knew what theyd done and some of their history.

He had actually taken the time to get to know the kids he was auditioning with.

I thought that was pretty remarkable.

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Ultimately, the part of Holly went to Australian actress Angourie Rice.

We actually flew her in, based on her tape, says Black.

It was like watching alchemy.

Shes 13-years-old and shes the soul of the film.

Ive just never seen it.

you’re free to watch the trailer forThe Nice Guys, below.

A version of this story originally appeared inEntertainment Weeklyissue #1411-1412, on newsstands now or availablehere.