Question 1

Which five people involved in 'Cornered' were later blacklisted for Communist activities?

Accepted Answer

Producer Adrian Scott, director Edward Dmytryk, screenwriter John Wexley, and actors Morris Carnovsky and Luther Adler.

Question 2

How did 'Cornered' help transform Dick Powell's career?

Accepted Answer

Along with 'Murder, My Sweet' (1944), it transformed Powell's image from a light song-and-dance man into a serious 'tough guy' actor.

Question 3

What profit did 'Cornered' clear for RKO according to studio records?

Accepted Answer

It cleared a profit of $413,000 ($7.32M in 2025).

Question 4

What unusual credit does Luther Adler receive at the film's conclusion?

Accepted Answer

He is given a special solo credit card at the film's conclusion.

Question 5

What does Luther Adler's character say in French just before Laurence Gerard is struck?

Accepted Answer

He says 'Casse lui la gueule!', meaning 'Beat him up!'

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