Question 1

What real-life dam disaster is linked to footage in The Temptress?

Accepted Answer

Footage of the dam being built is from the construction of the St. Francis Dam in Los Angeles County, which failed in 1928 killing over 430 people.

Question 2

Why does The Temptress have two different endings?

Accepted Answer

MGM boss Louis B. Mayer ordered a 'happier' ending after seeing the film. Theaters could choose which ending to show based on audience preference.

Question 3

Which director was replaced after only 10 days on The Temptress?

Accepted Answer

Mauritz Stiller was fired after 10 days and replaced by Fred Niblo. Stiller's footage is lost, but stills from his time as director survive.

Question 4

How many Greta Garbo films did Lionel Barrymore appear in with her?

Accepted Answer

The Temptress is the first of four Greta Garbo films that Lionel Barrymore also appeared in.

Question 5

What personal tragedy struck Greta Garbo just four days into filming?

Accepted Answer

Just four days into filming, Greta Garbo was notified that her sister Alva Garbo had died.

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