Trying to gear up for the upcoming week? How about delving into some intriguing trivia from the behind-the-scenes of beloved films? Ever wondered what unfolded off-camera?
Discover these fascinating nuggets of movie trivia sourced from the web article “25 Hilarious Pieces of Movie Trivia,” penned by Mathieu Charlebois, Espresso Communication, dated 4-7-2021.
Here are the Questions. Scroll down for the Answers
- Which 1995 film led veteran actor James Cromwell to embrace veganism after collaborating with a piglet?
- In the film Midnight Cowboy (1969), due to budget constraints, certain street scenes were filmed on authentic city streets, featuring real pedestrians and actual traffic. Who, in character, famously exclaimed “I’m walking here! I’m walking here!” spontaneously when almost hit by a taxi?
- During a scene in The Dark Knight (2008), the Joker disrupts an elegant party. This marked the first sighting of Heath Ledger as the Joker for one actor. Who portrayed Alfred and was so petrified by Ledger’s portrayal that he went speechless, forgetting his lines entirely?
- Director Alfonso Cuaron assigned an essay task to the three main actors of Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban from their character’s perspective. Emma Watson, embodying Hermione’s studious nature, submitted a lengthy 16-page essay. Among the trio, who outdid the others in length: Daniel Radcliffe as Harry, or Rupert Grint as Ron Weasley?
- In the 1997 sci-fi horror Alien Resurrection, Ron Perlman affirmed that the unbelievable basketball shot in the film was real, not a product of CGI or special effects. Who, facing away from the basket beyond the 3-point line, effortlessly made the basket with a one-handed, backward shot, netting nothing but net?
- William Shatner opted to utilize his personal mask for Halloween antics. Which horror character sported a cheap Captain Kirk mask purchased for a mere two dollars from a store?
- The producers contemplated changing the title of a film to Pacific Air 121 to elevate its prestige beyond a B-movie status. However, Samuel L. Jackson, who was only enticed to join the project due to the original title, vehemently opposed the change. What is the title of this 2006 film?
- Film productions often employ working titles to maintain secrecy. According to Tom Hiddleston, the working title for The Avengers (2012) encapsulated the ambiance on set. Was it dubbed Backyard Misfits or Group Hug?
- A cast member from Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring harbored a fear of flying in helicopters. Consequently, he trekked for two hours up rugged terrain in full costume to reach the set. Who played Boromir and undertook this arduous journey?
- In what 1951 classic film did Katharine Hepburn express disdain for her co-star Humphrey Bogart and director John Huston’s indulgence in whisky, opting for water instead? This choice led to Hepburn suffering from dysentery, necessitating a discreet off-camera bucket for emergencies.
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The Answers
- Babe
- Dustin Hoffman
- Michael Caine
- Daniel Radcliffe penned one page for Harry Potter, while Rupert Grint abstained from writing.
- Sigourney Weaver. For an enhanced viewing experience, I recommend watching the unedited footage of this iconic shot on YouTube under “Alien Resurrection basketball shot.” Viewer discretion advised for language.
- Michael Myers in Halloween
- Snakes on a Plane
- Group Hug
- Sean Bean
- The African Queen