Question 1

Why did it take David O. Russell five years and twenty-five re-writes to direct Silver Linings Playbook?

Accepted Answer

Sydney Pollack told Russell it was tricky to have emotional, troubling, funny, and romantic content mixed together, which required extensive revision.

Question 2

What personal connection drew David O. Russell to direct Silver Linings Playbook?

Accepted Answer

Russell was drawn to the story because of the family relationships and the connection to his own son Matthew Antonio Grillo Russell, who has bipolar and O.C.D.

Question 3

What rare Academy Award achievement did Silver Linings Playbook accomplish?

Accepted Answer

The film became the first to earn nominations in all four acting categories since Reds (1981), and the first 'Big Five' nominee since Million Dollar Baby (2004).

Question 4

How did Jennifer Lawrence audition for her role in Silver Linings Playbook?

Accepted Answer

Jennifer Lawrence auditioned via Skype for the film.

Question 5

Which major film festivals featured Silver Linings Playbook in 2012?

Accepted Answer

The film was featured at AFI Fest, Chicago International Film Festival, and Toronto International Film Festival in 2012.

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