Question 1

Why did Vincent D'Onofrio undergo a dramatic physical transformation for his role?

Accepted Answer

Vincent D'Onofrio purposefully developed a bad suntan, gained weight, bleached his hair, and wore ill-fitting skateboard apparel to create his character, arriving on set already in character.

Question 2

How did writer Tony Gayton originally intend for the script to be used?

Accepted Answer

Writer Tony Gayton said the script was not written to be produced but as a wild, experimental writing sample to show producers to get work, and he was surprised when Castle Rock wanted to produce it.

Question 3

What unusual vocal technique did Vincent D'Onofrio use for his character's speech?

Accepted Answer

Vincent D'Onofrio purposefully mouth-breathed throughout production to create unique speech patterns and added a 'nose squeak' inspired by people who lost their noses to trauma or cancer.

Question 4

Why did Warner Brothers initially want an edited version of the film?

Accepted Answer

Warner Brothers was uncomfortable with the significant drug content and the John F. Kennedy assassination sequence, initially wanting an edited version for wide release, but the scenes remained and the film got limited theatrical release.

Question 5

How did Val Kilmer prepare for his role in the film?

Accepted Answer

Val Kilmer researched his role by spending time with drug abusers in Riverside and the greater Los Angeles area.

Question 6

Why did Warner Brothers give 'The Salton Sea' only a limited theatrical release?

Accepted Answer

Warner Brothers was uncomfortable with the significant drug content and the John F. Kennedy assassination sequence, initially wanting an edited version for wide release. The scenes remained, resulting in a limited release.

Question 7

How did Vincent D'Onofrio prepare for his role as Pooh-Bear?

Accepted Answer

Vincent D'Onofrio purposefully developed a bad suntan, gained weight, bleached his hair, wore ill-fitting skateboard apparel, and arrived on set in character. He also mouth-breathed throughout production and added a 'nose squeak' for unique speech patterns.

Question 8

What surprising origin story does the script for 'The Salton Sea' have?

Accepted Answer

Writer Tony Gayton said the script was not written to be produced but as a wild, experimental writing sample to show producers to get work. He was surprised when Castle Rock wanted to produce it.

Question 9

How did Val Kilmer research his role in the film?

Accepted Answer

Val Kilmer researched his role by spending time with drug abusers in Riverside and the greater Los Angeles area.

Question 10

What is the central conflict that drives the protagonist's journey in 'The Salton Sea'?

Accepted Answer

After the murder of his beloved wife, a man in search of redemption is set adrift in a world where nothing is as it seems, befriending a slacker, rescuing a neighbor, and getting entangled in a web of deceit.

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