Question 1

What surprising gift did Akira Kurosawa send to director John Sturges after seeing the film?

Accepted Answer

Akira Kurosawa was so impressed with the film that he sent John Sturges a ceremonial sword as a gift.

Question 2

Why did Yul Brynner later regret requesting Steve McQueen for the role of Vin Tanner?

Accepted Answer

Yul Brynner specifically requested Steve McQueen be cast as Vin Tanner, but later regretted it because they became enemies on set.

Question 3

How did the rivalry between Yul Brynner and Steve McQueen affect the rest of the cast?

Accepted Answer

The one-upmanship between Brynner and McQueen spread to other actors, who started pulling attention-grabbing stunts, causing director John Sturges to lose control of his cast.

Question 4

What unusual bond formed between Eli Wallach and the 'bandit gang' hired for his character Calvera?

Accepted Answer

The bandit gang adopted Eli Wallach as one of their own, riding with him before shooting and insisting on checking his horse tack and prop gun before use.

Question 5

What did Steve McQueen say to Yul Brynner in their 1980 reconciliation call?

Accepted Answer

Steve McQueen thanked Brynner for not having him kicked off the movie, saying 'that picture made me,' to which Brynner called him 'the rebel prince.'

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