 Director John Huston (I) (qv) had failed to cast the role of  Roxanne before shooting started. During filming, at a small dinner  party for some cast and crew, Huston was asked if he had yet filled  the part. When he answered no, all heads turned toward  Shakira Caine (qv), the wife of star Michael Caine (I) (qv).  Huston cast her on the spot.