Question 1

Which real-life serial killer inspired the character Richard in 'Lisa'?

Accepted Answer

Richard is loosely based on Richard Ramirez, the notorious 'Night Stalker' who killed fourteen people in the Los Angeles and San Francisco areas between April 1984 and August 1985.

Question 2

What was the original release plan for 'Lisa' and how did it change?

Accepted Answer

The movie was originally supposed to go straight to video, but director Gary Sherman pushed for a theater release. After a limited release earned $4 million in one weekend, MGM still declined a wider release and put it straight to video and on HBO.

Question 3

Whose debut cinematic appearance is 'Lisa'?

Accepted Answer

Staci Keanan's debut cinematic appearance is in 'Lisa'.

Question 4

What is the significance of the black-and-white photo in Katherine and Lisa's apartment?

Accepted Answer

In real life, that photo was of Cheryl Ladd and her daughter Jordan Ladd.

Question 5

Which home video company released the last MGM/United Artists title?

Accepted Answer

'Lisa' was the last MGM/United Artists release to be released on home video by CBS/Fox Video.

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