Question 1

Which real Tucson landmarks appear in the opening credits?

Accepted Answer

The opening credits show the Pioneer Hotel and Steinfield's Department Store on Stone St. in Tucson, AZ. The hotel, once claimed '100 percent fireproof,' suffered a fatal fire in 1970.

Question 2

How did Arthur Kennedy describe Nicholas Ray's directing style?

Accepted Answer

Arthur Kennedy said Nicholas Ray had a peculiar way of directing actors; he agreed with everything Ray told him but never understood what Ray meant.

Question 3

Which festivals featured The Lusty Men?

Accepted Answer

The film was shown at the BFI London Film Festival (2013), New York Film Festival (2013), Berlin International Film Festival (1991), and International Film Festival Rotterdam (1991).

Question 4

Who played the novice rodeo contestant Wes Merritt?

Accepted Answer

Arthur Kennedy played Wes Merritt, the novice rodeo contestant mentored by retired champion Jeff McCloud.

Question 5

What uncredited writing contributions did Robert Mitchum make?

Accepted Answer

Robert Mitchum worked closely with director Nicholas Ray on the script, which was constantly rewritten during filming. Alfred Hayes, Andrew Solt, and producer Jerry Wald also made uncredited contributions.

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