Question 1

Which Ben Affleck-directed film broke his Oscar nomination streak?

Accepted Answer

Live by Night was the first feature film directed by Ben Affleck that wasn't nominated for any Academy Awards.

Question 2

What unusual theater count record does Live by Night hold?

Accepted Answer

It holds the record for the biggest drop in theater count, going from 2,822 theaters in its first two weeks to just 163 theaters in its third week.

Question 3

Why couldn't the cinematographer use Ultra Panavision 70 lenses for Live by Night?

Accepted Answer

Robert Richardson wanted to shoot with Ultra Panavision 70 anamorphic lenses, but Panavision had already rented them for Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.

Question 4

What was Leonardo DiCaprio's original connection to Live by Night?

Accepted Answer

Leonardo DiCaprio was considered for the lead role but decided to produce the film instead.

Question 5

How did the original cut of Live by Night differ from the released version?

Accepted Answer

The original cut ran closer to three hours and was intended to be a very character-heavy film.

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