Question 1

Why did director Denis Villeneuve take a nine-year break before making Polytechnique?

Accepted Answer

He was disappointed with his first two movies and took a sabbatical as a stay-at-home dad, vowing to return only when ready to make a film he could be proud of.

Question 2

Which major international film festivals screened Polytechnique?

Accepted Answer

It was shown at Cannes Film Festival (2009), São Paulo International Film Festival (2010), Istanbul Film Festival (2009), Stockholm International Film Festival (2009), and BFI London Film Festival (2009).

Question 3

How did the filmmakers handle the sensitive subject matter with the victims' families?

Accepted Answer

The movie was screened for family members of the victims before commercial release and was released with their blessing.

Question 4

Why is Polytechnique shot in black and white?

Accepted Answer

The film was shot in black and white to avoid showing blood on screen.

Question 5

What unusual production approach was used for Polytechnique's dialogue?

Accepted Answer

The film was shot simultaneously in both English and French versions.

Question 6

Why did director Denis Villeneuve take a nine-year break before making Polytechnique?

Accepted Answer

He was disappointed with his first two movies and took a sabbatical as a stay-at-home dad, vowing to return only when ready to make a film he could be proud of.

Question 7

How did the filmmakers handle the depiction of violence in Polytechnique?

Accepted Answer

The film was shot in black and white to avoid showing blood on screen.

Question 8

What was done to respect the victims' families before the film's release?

Accepted Answer

It was screened for the family members of the victims before commercial release and received their blessing.

Question 9

Which major film festivals featured Polytechnique?

Accepted Answer

It was shown at the Cannes Film Festival, BFI London Film Festival, and São Paulo International Film Festival, among others.

Question 10

What unique production approach was used for Polytechnique?

Accepted Answer

The film was shot simultaneously in English and French.

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