Question 1

What unscripted moment during the Neary dinner scene almost made the cast laugh?

Accepted Answer

During the dinner scene, the little girl Silvia unexpectedly said 'There's a dead fly in my potatoes,' which was unscripted and nearly caused the cast to laugh. The scene was kept as-is.

Question 2

How were the dramatic cloud effects in the film created?

Accepted Answer

Douglas Trumbull created the cloud effects by filling a tank half with salt water, adding fresh water on top, then injecting paint into the top layer. The paint billowed through the fresh water but flattened at the salt water boundary.

Question 3

Why was young actor Cary Guffey nicknamed 'One-Take Cary' on set?

Accepted Answer

Cary Guffey's performances as Barry Guiler were so good that they only needed one or two takes per shot. Director Steven Spielberg even had a T-shirt printed with 'One-Take Cary' for him.

Question 4

How was the musical score for the film created differently than usual?

Accepted Answer

John Williams composed the score before the film was edited. Steven Spielberg then edited the film to match the music, reversing the typical process, which both felt gave the film a lyrical feel.

Question 5

Where is this film shown every night, making it one of the most screened movies ever?

Accepted Answer

The film is shown every night at the Devil's Tower KOA Campground, contributing to its status as one of the most screened movies ever.

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