Question 1

Why was Stella Stevens cast as the Dragon Lady instead of a Chinese actress?

Accepted Answer

The Hong Kong production company could not find a suitable Chinese actress who spoke fluent English, so Stella Stevens was chosen for the role.

Question 2

What unusual credit did Tamara Dobson receive in the opening credits?

Accepted Answer

Tamara Dobson did her own makeup for the film and was credited for it in the opening credits, which was unusual.

Question 3

Which helicopter appears in the film and what is its registration?

Accepted Answer

The yellow helicopter with pontoons is an Aerospatiale SA 318S Alouette II, registration VR-HGX.

Question 4

What famous Hong Kong skyscraper does Cleo pass in a taxi?

Accepted Answer

Cleo passes Jardine House (Connaught Centre), which was the tallest building in Asia when completed in 1972.

Question 5

Why did Tamara Dobson not become a huge star despite the Cleopatra Jones films being hits?

Accepted Answer

The blaxploitation genre soon dried up, and the Cleopatra Jones films were her only leading roles, so she couldn't capitalize on them.

Cleopatra Jones and the Casino of Gold

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