Question 1

Which actress played George Peppard's stepmother in this film, having played his mother two years earlier?

Accepted Answer

Carroll Baker played George Peppard's stepmother in this film, after playing his mother in How the West Was Won (1962). Peppard is almost three years older than Baker.

Question 2

What was Alan Ladd's final film before his death?

Accepted Answer

This was Alan Ladd's final film before his death on January 29, 1964 at the age of 50.

Question 3

Which film starring Steve McQueen was derived from the early life of Alan Ladd's character?

Accepted Answer

The early life of Alan Ladd's character Nevada Smith was made into the feature film Nevada Smith (1966) starring Steve McQueen.

Question 4

Why was this film re-released in 1972 and given a GP rating?

Accepted Answer

Once considered so racy it was advertised as 'for adults only', the film was re-released in 1972 and submitted for a rating. Indicating how standards had changed, it received a GP then later PG rating.

Question 5

What was one of the first films to be blown up to 70mm for its premiere screening?

Accepted Answer

Filmed in 35mm, this was one of the first films to be blown up to 70mm for its premiere screening.

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