Question 1

Why was Casey Affleck excited to join Tower Heist?

Accepted Answer

Casey Affleck was keen to take part because he really wanted to do a comedy and was very rarely being approached to do anything other than serious drama.

Question 2

How did Ben Stiller's involvement affect Eddie Murphy's participation in the film?

Accepted Answer

The signing on of Ben Stiller as the lead was instrumental in coaxing Eddie Murphy back to the project.

Question 3

Who originally came up with the idea for Tower Heist?

Accepted Answer

The original idea for the movie came from Eddie Murphy, who first pitched it to both director and producer Brett Ratner and Brian Grazer years before the project was finally launched.

Question 4

What real-world expert was hired to help with the safe cracking scene?

Accepted Answer

Producers hired professional safe cracker and eight-time world champion Jeff Sitar to set up the dial lock and coach Gabourey Sidibe on using a safe cracker's listening device.

Question 5

Which scene in Tower Heist was the only improvised one?

Accepted Answer

The only improvised scene was when Odessa instructs Slide how to crack a safe in a very suggestive manner.

Question 6

Why was Casey Affleck eager to join Tower Heist?

Accepted Answer

Casey Affleck was keen to take part because he really wanted to do a comedy and was very rarely being approached to do anything other than serious drama.

Question 7

How did Ben Stiller's casting affect Eddie Murphy's involvement?

Accepted Answer

The signing on of Ben Stiller as the lead was instrumental in coaxing Eddie Murphy back to the project.

Question 8

Who originally pitched the idea for Tower Heist?

Accepted Answer

The original idea for the movie came from Eddie Murphy, who first pitched it to both director and producer Brett Ratner and Brian Grazer years before the project was finally launched.

Question 9

What real-world expert helped with the safe-cracking scene?

Accepted Answer

Producers hired professional safe cracker and eight-time world champion Jeff Sitar to set up the dial lock and coach Gabourey Sidibe on using a safe cracker's listening device.

Question 10

Which scene in Tower Heist was improvised?

Accepted Answer

The only improvised scene was when Odessa instructs Slide how to crack a safe in a very suggestive manner.

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