Question 1

How did the real Chilean miners participate in the making of the film about their ordeal?

Accepted Answer

Due to lack of work, the rescued miners took roles in the production of the movie being filmed about its history in Copiapó, Chile.

Question 2

What unusual arrangement did the trapped miners make regarding their story rights while still underground?

Accepted Answer

While trapped, the miners realized they were celebrities and agreed to publish one official version of their ordeal to ensure equal profit sharing from copyrights. After rescue, they hired a Santiago law firm.

Question 3

Which real miner became a supervisor for extras and met Antonio Banderas during filming?

Accepted Answer

Mario Sepúlveda, one of the real 33 Chilean miners, met Antonio Banderas in Colombia during filming and became supervisor of the extras for the movie.

Question 4

What notable composer's final film score was for The 33?

Accepted Answer

The 33 was the final film with a musical score composed by James Horner, who died less than two months before the film's release.

Question 5

What true detail about the Chilean President's involvement might seem too convenient for a movie?

Accepted Answer

The President showed media a note confirming all miners were safe moments after rescuers found it, which was true—he'd been warned the drill might reach the shelter and was flying to Copiapó when it was found.

The 33

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