Question 1

What innovative camera technique was invented specifically for The Last Laugh?

Accepted Answer

The first dolly was created for this film using a baby's carriage on a railway in the studio, allowing the camera to follow Emil Jannings' face in the opening shot.

Question 2

How did F.W. Murnau handle street signs and posters in the film's setting?

Accepted Answer

According to Alfred Hitchcock, Murnau had all street signs, posters, and shop signs created in a version of Esperanto for the film.

Question 3

What is unusual about the use of title cards in The Last Laugh?

Accepted Answer

The film only uses title cards to explain the job replacement and for the epilogue, with none ever used for dialogue.

Question 4

Who was originally supposed to play the doorman before being replaced by Emil Jannings?

Accepted Answer

Actor-director Lupu Pick was originally cast as the doorman but was replaced by Emil Jannings after a disagreement over the character's portrayal.

Question 5

What prestigious list includes The Last Laugh?

Accepted Answer

The film is included on Roger Ebert's 'Great Movies' list.

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