Question 1

What safety measures were taken for the animals during the filming of Beethoven?

Accepted Answer

Great care was taken to ensure animals were not harmed, using trick shots, multiple cuts, and a mechanical dog/dog suit for scenes.

Question 2

Who was the first choice to play George Newton, and which other actors were considered?

Accepted Answer

Steve Martin was the first choice, with John Candy, Danny DeVito, Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Jeff Goldblum, Rick Moranis, Chevy Chase, and Robin Williams later considered.

Question 3

Who trained the dog Beethoven for this movie?

Accepted Answer

Eleanor Keaton, Buster Keaton's widow, trained the dog Beethoven.

Question 4

What is the main conflict that threatens Beethoven in the story?

Accepted Answer

Doctor Varnick, the local vet, has a secret sideline requiring dogs for experiments, and Beethoven is on his list.

Question 5

Which actor made their film debut in Beethoven, and what was their role?

Accepted Answer

Joseph Gordon-Levitt made his film debut as the kid in a green top who gets on the school bus while Ted hides behind a tree.

Question 6

What special measures were taken to protect animals during the filming of Beethoven?

Accepted Answer

Great care was taken to ensure animals weren't harmed, using trick shots, multiple cuts, and a mechanical dog/dog suit for certain scenes.

Question 7

Which famous comedian's widow trained the dog Beethoven for this movie?

Accepted Answer

Eleanor Keaton, Buster Keaton's widow, trained the dog Beethoven for this film.

Question 8

What secret sideline does the local vet have that threatens Beethoven?

Accepted Answer

Doctor Varnick, the local vet, has a secret and horrible sideline requiring lots of dogs for experiments, and Beethoven is on his list.

Question 9

Which actor made his film debut as a kid in a green top getting on a school bus in Beethoven?

Accepted Answer

Joseph Gordon-Levitt made his film debut as the kid in a green top who gets on the school bus while Ted hides behind a tree.

Question 10

What was the significant age difference between the actors playing George and Alice Newton?

Accepted Answer

Charles Grodin (George Newton) was 56 during filming, while Bonnie Hunt (Alice Newton) was only 29, though no age difference between characters is mentioned.

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