Question 1

What surprising literary connection does Damian's favorite book have to a famous director?

Accepted Answer

Damian's favorite book 'Six O'Clock Saints' is included as an homage to Martin Scorsese, who cited it as one of his favorite childhood books according to screenwriter Frank Cottrell Boyce.

Question 2

Which unusual production overlap occurred during the making of this film?

Accepted Answer

The film was shooting while the book version was still being written, as mentioned in the DVD commentary.

Question 3

What unique distinction did this film hold in Danny Boyle's career until 2019?

Accepted Answer

As of 2013, this was Danny Boyle's only film without an R rating from the MPAA in the USA, though this changed with Yesterday (2019) being rated PG-13.

Question 4

What personal connection did one actor claim about the historical figures they portrayed?

Accepted Answer

One of the actors playing the martyrs of Uganda claimed to be a descendant of the real martyrs of Uganda from 1881, according to the DVD commentary.

Question 5

What major international film festivals featured this movie?

Accepted Answer

The film was featured at the Toronto International Film Festival (2004), BFI London Film Festival (2004), and Cleveland International Film Festival (2005).

Question 6

What is the central conflict in 'Millions'?

Accepted Answer

Two grieving brothers find a bag of bank robbery loot just before the UK switches to the Euro, forcing them to decide what to do with the money.

Question 7

Which festivals was 'Millions' featured in?

Accepted Answer

It was an official selection at the Toronto International Film Festival (2004), BFI London Film Festival (2004), and Cleveland International Film Festival (2005).

Question 8

What surprising connection does Damian's favorite book have to a famous director?

Accepted Answer

Damian's favorite book, 'Six O'Clock Saints,' is an homage to Martin Scorsese, who cited it as a childhood favorite that shaped his understanding of human experience.

Question 9

How did the scene between Damien and St. Peter come to be included in the film?

Accepted Answer

Director Danny Boyle suggested rewriting the screenplay as a novel, where the scene was added. After reading it, Boyle decided to include it in the film due to the saints' increased emphasis.

Question 10

What unique fact about the film's production is mentioned in the trivia?

Accepted Answer

The film was being shot as the book it's based on was still being written.

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