Question 1

Why was Joan Crawford's checkered dress in Rain such a problem for the costumer?

Accepted Answer

Costumer Milo Anderson bought the dress at a department store, but it was too large except in the shoulders. When a second copy was needed, the dress had sold out and the fabric couldn't be located, creating a continuity issue.

Question 2

Which actor was originally cast as the Marine but was dismissed due to his criminal past?

Accepted Answer

Lewis Milestone originally cast Paul Kelly as the Marine, but United Artists head Joseph M. Schenck insisted on his dismissal after learning Kelly had served 25 months in San Quentin for manslaughter.

Question 3

How did Joan Crawford prepare for her role as Sadie Thompson?

Accepted Answer

Joan Crawford researched for the part by spending time with real prostitutes in San Diego to study their lifestyle and attitudes.

Question 4

What distant island profile appears under the opening credits of Rain?

Accepted Answer

The distant island profile seen under the opening credits is actually Moorea as viewed from Tahiti.

Question 5

What major film festival screened Rain in 1932?

Accepted Answer

Rain was screened at the Venice Film Festival in 1932.

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