Question 1

Why was The Damned's release delayed for two years?

Accepted Answer

The film's release was delayed for two years and was not shown in Britain until Spring 1963, when it was released as the lower half of a Hammer Films double-bill with Maniac (1963).

Question 2

What was Joseph Losey's preferred title for The Damned?

Accepted Answer

Losey's preferred title was 'The Brink'; 'The Abyss' was considered but he thought it pretentious. The studio later linked it to Village of the Damned.

Question 3

Which real-life sculptor created the bird-themed sculptures in The Damned?

Accepted Answer

Freya's sculptures were actual or ongoing works by Elisabeth Frink (1930-93), who was inspired by airmen from WWII. She was on set to guide Viveca Lindfors.

Question 4

What are the names of the children in The Damned?

Accepted Answer

The children's names are Victoria, Elizabeth, Anne, Mary, Richard, Henry, William, George, and Charles—all names of queens and kings of England.

Question 5

Which festival featured The Damned in 1990?

Accepted Answer

The Damned was featured at the Berlin International Film Festival in 1990.

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