Question 1

What special camera technique was used for the drugged scene in Murder, My Sweet?

Accepted Answer

For the scene where Marlowe is drugged, director Edward Dmytryk borrowed a trick from Saboteur (1942) by having the camera pull back from Dick Powell while accelerating to create a falling-through-faces effect.

Question 2

How did the studio overcome audiences initially avoiding Murder, My Sweet?

Accepted Answer

Audiences initially stayed away thinking it was another Dick Powell musical under its original title 'Farewell, My Lovely.' After the studio changed the title to 'Murder, My Sweet,' box-office receipts picked up considerably.

Question 3

What clever filming trick created Moose Malloy's imposing reflection in Marlowe's office?

Accepted Answer

To make Mike Mazurki appear large enough as Moose Malloy reflected in the window, Edward Dmytryk placed a plate of glass between the camera and Marlowe's desk to reflect Mazurki's image, making the reflection seem farther away.

Question 4

Which author approved of Dick Powell's portrayal of Philip Marlowe?

Accepted Answer

Raymond Chandler, the original author of the character, approved of Dick Powell's portrayal of Philip Marlowe in Murder, My Sweet.

Question 5

Why was Murder, My Sweet actress Anne Shirley's final film role?

Accepted Answer

Murder, My Sweet was the final film of actress Anne Shirley; she retired after this movie at age 26.

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