Question 1

What letter is the film based on, and who were its author and recipient?

Accepted Answer

The film is based on a letter written by Neal Cassady to Jack Kerouac in 1950, referred to as the 'Joan Anderson letter'.

Question 2

How much weight did Keanu Reeves gain for his role in this film?

Accepted Answer

Keanu Reeves gained 35 pounds for his role.

Question 3

Which actor who appears as a police officer later directed Keanu Reeves in a crime thriller?

Accepted Answer

Joe Charbanic, who has a minor role as a police officer, later directed Keanu Reeves in The Watcher (2000).

Question 4

What is the central conflict Neal Cassady faces in the story?

Accepted Answer

Neal Cassady lives a beat life but has visions of a happy family. When his girlfriend Joan attempts suicide, he runs away, then must decide whether to pursue happiness with her when she reappears.

Question 5

Which actors portray Neal Cassady and Harry in the film?

Accepted Answer

Thomas Jane plays Neal Cassady, and Keanu Reeves plays Harry.

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