Question 1

Why was Fail Safe broadcast in black and white?

Accepted Answer

George Clooney wanted it in black and white for stylistic reasons, as it was set in the 1960s, and because live broadcasting produced garish color.

Question 2

What unique production challenge did Harvey Keitel face during filming?

Accepted Answer

Harvey Keitel, playing Brigadier General Warren Black, had to run between two soundstages on the Warner Brothers lot for some scenes, as the movie was performed live on television.

Question 3

What real-world computer components were used in the command center set?

Accepted Answer

The computer was made from components of a real IBM AN/FSQ-7 Combat Direction Central, built in 1954 to protect the U.S. from Soviet bomber attack, and was the largest and heaviest computer system ever built.

Question 4

What backup plan was in place for the live broadcast of Fail Safe?

Accepted Answer

A tape of the last dress rehearsal was available during the live broadcast on April 9, 2000, in case technical problems interrupted the performance, ensuring no broadcast interruption.

Question 5

What awards did Fail Safe receive?

Accepted Answer

It won awards at the Directors Guild of America and Golden Globes (USA) in 2001.

Question 6

Why was Fail Safe broadcast in black and white?

Accepted Answer

George Clooney wanted it in black and white for stylistic reasons, as it was set in the 1960s, and because live broadcasting produced garish color.

Question 7

What unique production challenge did Harvey Keitel face during filming?

Accepted Answer

Harvey Keitel, playing Brigadier General Warren Black, had to run between two soundstages on the Warner Brothers lot for some scenes, as the movie was performed live on television.

Question 8

What real-world computer components were used in the command center set?

Accepted Answer

The computer in the command center was made from components of a real IBM AN/FSQ-7 Combat Direction Central, built in 1954 to protect the U.S. from Soviet bomber attack.

Question 9

What backup plan was in place for the live broadcast of Fail Safe?

Accepted Answer

During the live broadcast on April 9, 2000, a tape of the last dress rehearsal was available to ensure no interruption if technical problems occurred.

Question 10

What is the central conflict in Fail Safe?

Accepted Answer

Cold War tensions escalate when a U.S. bomber is accidentally ordered to drop a nuclear warhead on Moscow.

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