Question 1

Why was the house in Foe re-created instead of filming at the actual location?

Accepted Answer

The house was re-created to resemble a real house near Westport, Ontario. Filming at the actual location would have required shooting during Canadian winter, which didn't suit the storyline, so they built an exact replica in Australia instead.

Question 2

What surprising accent choice did the two Irish lead actors make for their characters?

Accepted Answer

Saoirse Ronan and Paul Mescal, both Irish actors, use American accents for their characters Hen and Junior in the film.

Question 3

Which major film festivals selected Foe for their 2023 lineups?

Accepted Answer

Foe was an official selection at both the BFI London Film Festival and the New York Film Festival in 2023.

Question 4

What was the original plan for filming Foe that had to be abandoned due to budget and technical constraints?

Accepted Answer

Cinematographer Mátyás Erdely and director Garth Davis wanted to shoot on 35mm film, but the low budget and lack of film labs in Australia forced them to switch to digital.

Question 5

What is the central conflict that threatens Henrietta and Junior's quiet life?

Accepted Answer

Their secluded farming life is thrown into turmoil when an uninvited stranger arrives with a startling proposal, forcing them to risk their relationship and personal identity for survival in a new world.

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