Question 1

Which actor played King Baldwin without wanting credit, and why?

Accepted Answer

Edward Norton played King Baldwin and requested not to be credited because the character appears behind a mask, though his name was later added to video releases.

Question 2

What convinced Orlando Bloom to take on another historical epic after Troy?

Accepted Answer

Orlando Bloom was initially reluctant but agreed to read the script for Kingdom of Heaven because it was being put together by director Ridley Scott.

Question 3

How many flags were created for the film, and what was their budget?

Accepted Answer

The film had a flag budget of $250,000, with 1,200 flags made in four countries, comprising 650 separate designs.

Question 4

What personal tragedy sets Balian on his journey in Kingdom of Heaven?

Accepted Answer

After his wife dies, blacksmith Balian is thrust into royalty, political intrigue, and holy wars during the Crusades.

Question 5

Which festivals or awards recognized Kingdom of Heaven?

Accepted Answer

The film was recognized at the European Film Awards in 2005 and was part of the Venice Film Festival in 1949.

Question 6

Why did Ridley Scott disown the theatrical version of Kingdom of Heaven?

Accepted Answer

Sir Ridley Scott disowned the theatrical cut, claiming that the Director's Cut is the definitive version.

Question 7

Which actor played King Baldwin without wanting credit, and why was he uncredited?

Accepted Answer

Edward Norton played King Baldwin and requested not to be credited because the character appears behind a mask, though his name was later added to video releases.

Question 8

How many flags were made for Kingdom of Heaven and what was their budget?

Accepted Answer

The flag budget was $250,000, with 1,200 flags comprising 650 separate designs made in Spain, England, Morocco, and India.

Question 9

What convinced Orlando Bloom to take the role in Kingdom of Heaven after filming Troy?

Accepted Answer

Orlando Bloom was initially reluctant to read another historical epic script after Troy, but knowing Ridley Scott was directing convinced him to give it a chance.

Question 10

How many costumes were created for Kingdom of Heaven and what made them complex?

Accepted Answer

Roughly 12,000-15,000 costumes were made, each with 13 to 15 separate components like helmets, boots, gloves, chainmail, belts, and scabbards.

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