Question 1

Which film historian praised Number 17's chase scene in a 1972 interview with Hitchcock?

Accepted Answer

Movie historian William K. Everson admired the film and praised its bus and train chase scene in a 1972 interview with Alfred Hitchcock.

Question 2

What was significant about Number 17 in Alfred Hitchcock's career with British International Pictures?

Accepted Answer

It was Hitchcock's last movie as a director for British International Pictures, though he later produced one more film for them.

Question 3

What real locomotive was used in Number 17's chase scene and how long did it remain in service?

Accepted Answer

The locomotive was LNER no. 2547, the 'Doncaster', an A1 class built in 1924. It continued in service into 1963 under British Railways as number 60048.

Question 4

What production technique did Number 17 extensively use for its action sequences?

Accepted Answer

The film makes extensive use of miniature sets, including a model train, bus, and ferry.

Question 5

Who plays the character Ben in Number 17?

Accepted Answer

Leon M. Lion plays the character Ben.

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