Question 1

What inspired the creation of the mute gunslinger in The Great Silence?

Accepted Answer

Director Sergio Corbucci got the idea from Marcello Mastroianni, who wanted to do a Western but didn't speak English, and then met Jean-Louis Trintignant who also didn't speak English, leading to the mute hero concept.

Question 2

What unusual material was used to create the snow in the town of Snow Hill?

Accepted Answer

The snow was created using gallons of shaving cream.

Question 3

Why was The Great Silence not released in the United States despite positive promotion in Italy?

Accepted Answer

20th Century Fox co-founder Darryl F. Zanuck was offended by the film's grim ending and refused to release it in the United States, despite the Italian trailer attributing praise to him.

Question 4

What distinctive weapon does Silenzio use and what is its historical context?

Accepted Answer

Silenzio uses a 7.63mm Mauser C96 pistol nicknamed the 'Broomhandle,' which was first produced in 1896, two years before the film's events.

Question 5

What is the central conflict in The Great Silence?

Accepted Answer

A mute gunslinger defends a group of outlaws and a vengeful young widow against ruthless bounty hunters.

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