Question 1

Why was filming of 'The Wild North' unable to take place across the Canadian border?

Accepted Answer

Filming could not take place across the Canadian border due to bad weather. It was scheduled to resume in June at sites of Constable Pedley's journey near Fort Chipewyan, Alberta, Canada.

Question 2

Which real-life officer inspired the character of Constable Pedley?

Accepted Answer

The character of Constable Pedley was inspired by early 20th century Canadian North-West Mounted Police officer Albert Pedley, who captured a criminal in 1904 during a harsh winter.

Question 3

What notable film technology was first used in a major studio feature by 'The Wild North'?

Accepted Answer

It was the first major studio feature film made in Anscocolor.

Question 4

What alias does Jules Vincent give to Cyd Charisse's character in the film?

Accepted Answer

Jules introduces her as 'Adjidaumo', the same name he says he gave his pet red squirrel, though it's clear from the situation that it is an alias.

Question 5

What connection did New York Times critic Bosley Crowther note between 'The Wild North' and 'Pulp Fiction'?

Accepted Answer

In his 1952 review, Bosley Crowther called the movie 'a generally pulp-fiction tale'. The main character's name Jules Vincent combines the names of the two lead characters Jules and Vincent in Pulp Fiction (1994).

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