Question 1

What did Christopher Reeve say about his salary for The Bostonians?

Accepted Answer

Reeve was paid $100,000, less than a tenth of his established price. He insisted money wasn't an issue, but his agent warned that doing the film would be 'one foot in the grave of your career.'

Question 2

Which costume in The Bostonians had a previous owner?

Accepted Answer

Actress Madeleine Potter discovered that one of her costumes had the name 'Nastassja Kinski' sewn into it. The dress was originally made for the movie Tess (1979).

Question 3

Who was James Ivory's first choice for the lead in The Bostonians?

Accepted Answer

Vanessa Redgrave was Ivory's first choice for the lead in both The Europeans (1979) and The Bostonians. She declined the latter, Glenn Close was cast, but Close withdrew, and Redgrave accepted when re-offered.

Question 4

What is the origin of the term 'Boston Marriage'?

Accepted Answer

The term 'Boston Marriage' originated from Henry James's novel, describing a marriage-like relationship between two women living independently. James was inspired by his sister Alice, who lived in such a relationship.

Question 5

Which festivals and awards recognized The Bostonians?

Accepted Answer

The film was featured at the 1984 Cannes Film Festival and won awards from the Los Angeles Film Critics Association, New York Film Critics Circle, BAFTA, Golden Globes, and Academy Awards in 1984-85. It also screened at the 2024 Golden Horse Film Festival.

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