Question 1

Why did Jacqueline Bisset replace Charlotte Rampling in The Thief Who Came to Dinner?

Accepted Answer

Jacqueline Bisset took over the role of Laura from Charlotte Rampling, who bowed out because of pregnancy.

Question 2

Where is the opening scene of the film set?

Accepted Answer

The opening scene where Webster quits his job and drives away is set at the Houston Space Center, NASA.

Question 3

Which future Houston mayor appears in a cameo at the cocktail party?

Accepted Answer

At the cocktail party, Henderling introduces Webster to 'Mr. & Mrs. Lanier', who was future Houston mayor Bob Lanier.

Question 4

What newspaper is mentioned in the film that is no longer in business?

Accepted Answer

The Houston Post is mentioned; it lost the newspaper war to the Houston Chronicle and is no longer in business.

Question 5

What hotel does Jill Clayburgh's character request in the taxi scene?

Accepted Answer

When Jill Clayburgh gets into the taxi after visiting Warren Oates outside the Alley Theatre, she says 'Rice Hotel, please.'

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