Question 1

Why did the actors and crew not know the murderer's identity until after release?

Accepted Answer

None of the actors or crew knew whom the real murderer was prior to the last scene being filmed. Those filming that scene signed a contract not to reveal which one played the murderer until after the movie's official release.

Question 2

Who plays a news reporter in the film and is a real-life news reporter?

Accepted Answer

Dan Rascone, who plays a news reporter in the movie, is actually a reporter with KUTV 2 News in Salt Lake City.

Question 3

Is the Brigham City in the film the same as the real Utah town?

Accepted Answer

No, the Brigham City depicted in the film is fictional. The mayor of the real Brigham City gave Richard Dutcher the key to the city after enjoying the film.

Question 4

Whose family photos appear as Wes's family photos in the film?

Accepted Answer

Wes's family photos are of Richard Dutcher's actual wife and son. As a tribute, Gwen Dutcher is billed in the credits as "Wes's Sexy Wife".

Question 5

What parallel does the door-to-door search with pamphlets draw to LDS Church practices?

Accepted Answer

When Wes orders young men to go door by door in couples with pamphlets due to the missing girl, it parallels how the Aaronic Priesthood "prepares the way" for Melquizedek Priesthood holders, who later go door by door searching for evidence.

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