Question 1

Why did stuntmen resent director Cecil B. DeMille during the battle scenes?

Accepted Answer

Stuntman Jack Montgomery recalled that stuntmen resented DeMille's cavalier attitude about safety, as several stuntmen had been injured and horses killed due to his indifference.

Question 2

What secret did Loretta Young keep during the shoot?

Accepted Answer

Loretta Young kept it a secret that she was three months pregnant with her daughter Judy Lewis during the shoot.

Question 3

Which earlier film's sets were reused for The Crusades?

Accepted Answer

Some sets from Cleopatra (1934) were reused.

Question 4

How did DeMille prevent fires during battle scenes?

Accepted Answer

DeMille interspersed real firemen, costumed as crusaders, among extras to prevent fires, with firefighting equipment hidden under props.

Question 5

Which festivals or awards did The Crusades participate in?

Accepted Answer

The film received an Academy Award in 1936 and was featured at the Venice Film Festival in 1935.

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