Question 1

What famous improvised line from the film became a viral catchphrase?

Accepted Answer

The line "Look at me! I'm the captain now!" was an ad-lib by Barkhad Abdi.

Question 2

What real-life controversy involved Captain Richard Phillips after the hijacking?

Accepted Answer

Eleven crew members sued Phillips, claiming he knowingly entered dangerous Somali waters to speed delivery, despite company warnings; the case was settled out of court.

Question 3

How did director Paul Greengrass build tension between Tom Hanks and the Somali pirate actors?

Accepted Answer

Greengrass intentionally had them meet for the first time during the bridge takeover scene filming to create authentic tension.

Question 4

Which major film festivals featured 'Captain Phillips' in 2013?

Accepted Answer

It was part of the New York Film Festival and the BFI London Film Festival in 2013.

Question 5

What was unique about the casting of the Somali pirates in the movie?

Accepted Answer

None had acted before; they were chosen from over 700 people in an open casting call in Minneapolis, home to the largest U.S. Somali population.

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