Question 1

What unique gesture do the children use in the Pledge of Allegiance scene?

Accepted Answer

The children say the Pledge with their right arms extended toward the flag, known as the Bellamy Salute, later changed due to its similarity to the Nazi salute.

Question 2

How many short stories make up the novel The Red Pony?

Accepted Answer

The novel is made up of four short stories: 'The Gift,' 'The Great Mountain,' 'The Leader of the People,' and 'The Promise.'

Question 3

What was notable about the filming schedule of The Red Pony?

Accepted Answer

The 81-day shooting schedule was the longest and costliest for Republic Pictures at the time.

Question 4

Which future star appears in the film before his major breakthrough?

Accepted Answer

Robert Mitchum appears as Billy Buck; the film was made in summer 1947, before he became a major star with 'Out of the Past' in December 1947.

Question 5

Who plays the role of Tom Tiflin in the film?

Accepted Answer

Peter Miles stars as Tom Tiflin, the little boy at the heart of the story.

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