Question 1

Why was George C. Scott fired from the film on his first day of shooting?

Accepted Answer

Director William Wyler fired him after he didn't show up until after lunch on his first shooting day, and Wyler was already struggling with two heavy drinkers (Peter O'Toole and Hugh Griffith) and couldn't handle a third.

Question 2

What eccentric behavior got Hugh Griffith fired during production?

Accepted Answer

He walked naked through the George V Hotel corridors holding a 'Do not disturb' sign altered to read 'Do disturb' over his pubic area.

Question 3

What happened when Peter O'Toole tried to warm up Audrey Hepburn during a night shoot?

Accepted Answer

O'Toole gave her brandy in his trailer, and by the time she was needed on set, Hepburn was tipsy and knocked over the lights when driving a car.

Question 4

What is the central conflict that drives the story?

Accepted Answer

A woman must steal a statue from a Paris museum to help conceal her father's art forgeries.

Question 5

Which festivals or awards recognized this film?

Accepted Answer

It was recognized at the Writers Guild of America in 1967 and the Berlin International Film Festival in 1996.

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