Question 1

Why was the chain-mail armor in the movie made of wool instead of metal?

Accepted Answer

Wartime rationing made metal scarce, so all chain-mail armor was made of hand-knitted grey wool.

Question 2

Which famous director did Laurence Olivier originally want to direct the film, and what was their response?

Accepted Answer

Olivier invited William Wyler to direct, but Wyler declined, saying 'If it's William Shakespeare, it must be you' who directs.

Question 3

Why didn't Vivien Leigh play Katherine in the film despite wanting the role?

Accepted Answer

David O. Selznick wouldn't release her from her contract, feeling the role was too small for an actress of her stature.

Question 4

What unusual interruption occurred during the filming of a battle scene?

Accepted Answer

Filming was stopped to watch British fighters attack German bombers overhead on their way to bomb London.

Question 5

Where was most of the film shot, including the Battle of Agincourt, and why?

Accepted Answer

Most of the film was shot in Ireland, where cast and crew could be safe from nightly Luftwaffe raids during WWII.

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