Question 1

What song was reputedly influenced by this film?

Accepted Answer

The 1971 song by The Doors 'Riders on the Storm' was reputedly influenced by this film; Jim Morrison allegedly wrote the song after being taken in by the plot.

Question 2

Why were dialogue-heavy scenes shot twice?

Accepted Answer

All dialogue-heavy scenes were shot twice, once in French and once in English, creating two distinct versions of the film with different takes.

Question 3

How did Charles Bronson handle his French dialogue?

Accepted Answer

Charles Bronson learned his French dialogue phonetically so his lips would match the dialogue; his French dialogue was then dubbed by John Berry.

Question 4

Who tried to get this film remade in 1983?

Accepted Answer

Charles Bronson tried to get this film remade in 1983 for Cannon Films, with him reprising the Harry Dobbs role, but plans fell through.

Question 5

What award did the film receive?

Accepted Answer

The film received a Golden Globes (USA) award in 1971.

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