Question 1

Why was the OSS mentioned in this 1946 film?

Accepted Answer

Due to U.S. government restrictions, Hollywood couldn't mention the OSS in movies during WWII. This film was released after the war, in September 1946, allowing the mention.

Question 2

Which real-life OSS agent inspired Gary Cooper's character?

Accepted Answer

Gary Cooper's role was based on the real-life exploits of Michael Burke, who later became President of the New York Yankees and ran Ringling Brothers, Barnum & Bailey Circus.

Question 3

What dialogue was removed from the film before release?

Accepted Answer

Anti-atomic bomb dialogue was removed before release.

Question 4

How did Dan Seymour's friendship with director Fritz Lang begin?

Accepted Answer

Dan Seymour became friends with director Fritz Lang on set after Lang discovered he spoke German. Seymour later became executor of Lang's estate.

Question 5

Who served as technical adviser on the film?

Accepted Answer

Former OSS agent Michael Burke acted as technical adviser.

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