Question 1

Why were unfamiliar leads cast in the historical drama?

Accepted Answer

The director deliberately cast unfamiliar leads so the audience would focus on the storytelling.

Question 2

Which actor actively sought the role of Grigori Rasputin?

Accepted Answer

Yul Brynner actively sought the role of Grigori Rasputin.

Question 3

What historical event was Arthur Zimmermann responsible for in the film?

Accepted Answer

Curd Jürgens's character, Arthur Zimmermann, was responsible for sending the Zimmermann Telegram, which brought the United States into World War I.

Question 4

What happened to the remains of the Romanov family in 1998?

Accepted Answer

On July 17, 1998, the remains of Tsar Nicholas II, his wife Alexandra, three daughters, and some servants were formally laid to rest at Peter and Paul Fortress in St. Petersburg, Russia, after DNA identification.

Question 5

Who suggested Tom Baker for the role of Grigory Rasputin?

Accepted Answer

Laurence Olivier first suggested Tom Baker to be cast as Grigory Rasputin, as Olivier was director of England's National Theatre where Baker was a member.

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