Question 1

Which famous make-up artist created the look for the giant in Giant from the Unknown?

Accepted Answer

Jack P. Pierce, legendary head of Universal's make-up department in the 1930s-40s, created and applied the make-up for Buddy Baer in this low-budget production.

Question 2

Who was the actor playing the giant related to?

Accepted Answer

Buddy Baer, who played the giant, was the brother of boxer Max Baer and uncle of Max Baer Jr., known as Jethro Bodine from The Beverly Hillbillies.

Question 3

What real location was used for the lodge and general store in the film?

Accepted Answer

The lodge where the cast stayed and the dinner scene was shot is in Fawnskin, CA; the adjacent building was the general store used for the opening scene.

Question 4

Why was the first victim named Harold Banks?

Accepted Answer

The first victim, called both 'Harold Banks' and 'Old Man Banks,' was named after the film's special effects man, Harold Banks.

Question 5

What inaccuracy appears on the sheriff's car license plate?

Accepted Answer

The sheriff's Plymouth sedan has a regular California license plate instead of one with a prominent 'E' indicating tax exemption.

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