Question 1

Which Oscar-winning actress predicted Mia Farrow would win for this film?

Accepted Answer

Ruth Gordon, after winning Best Supporting Actress for Rosemary's Baby (1968), said Mia Farrow would win for John and Mary (1969), but Farrow was snubbed and never received a nomination.

Question 2

What song did an uncredited Jeff Bridges sing on the soundtrack?

Accepted Answer

Jeff Bridges sang his own song "Lost In Space" on the soundtrack of this movie, though he was uncredited.

Question 3

How did the setting change from the original novel to the film?

Accepted Answer

The original novel was set in London with British characters. The screenplay was rewritten for New York characters and settings to secure American financing.

Question 4

What magazine did John read in Mary's apartment, and why might it be significant?

Accepted Answer

John reads the Winter 1968/1969 issue of "Sight And Sound", which contains an article about Rosemary's Baby (starring Mia Farrow) and a review of Bullitt (directed by Peter Yates).

Question 5

How many years older is Olympia Dukakis than Dustin Hoffman, who plays her son?

Accepted Answer

Olympia Dukakis is only six years older than Dustin Hoffman, who plays her son in the film.

John and Mary

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