Question 1

Which actor's brief appearance in the film inspired him to keep pursuing acting after watching a co-star's work?

Accepted Answer

Timothy Olyphant, who played Hiker, said watching Holly Hunter's focused performance inspired him to continue acting despite most of his scene being cut.

Question 2

What song does Ewan McGregor's character sing in the film, and why was that choice made?

Accepted Answer

Ewan McGregor sings "Round Are Way" by Oasis because he was a big fan of the band at the time.

Question 3

How was the scene where Robert almost hits O'Reilly lying in the road filmed?

Accepted Answer

The scene was shot backwards and then reversed in post-production to create the effect.

Question 4

What connection does Robert looking under floorboards for money have to another film?

Accepted Answer

It's a nod to Shallow Grave, which was also about stolen money and was the first collaboration between Danny Boyle and Ewan McGregor.

Question 5

Who plays the angel O'Reilly sent to ensure a love connection succeeds?

Accepted Answer

Holly Hunter plays the angel O'Reilly, who along with Jackson pursues Celine and Robert to unite them as lovers.

Question 6

Which actor's small role in the film inspired him to keep working after watching Holly Hunter?

Accepted Answer

Timothy Olyphant, who played Hiker, said watching Holly Hunter's focused work inspired him to continue acting despite most of his scene being cut.

Question 7

What song does Ewan McGregor sing in the movie, and why was it chosen?

Accepted Answer

Ewan McGregor sings "Round Are Way" by Oasis because he was a big fan of the band at the time.

Question 8

How was the scene where Robert almost hits O'Reilly lying in the road filmed?

Accepted Answer

The scene was shot backwards and then reversed in post-production to create the effect.

Question 9

What connection does Robert looking under floorboards have to a previous Danny Boyle film?

Accepted Answer

It's a nod to Shallow Grave, which was also about stolen money and was Boyle and McGregor's first film together.

Question 10

Who was the lead role of Robert written for, despite meetings with another actor?

Accepted Answer

The lead part was written specifically for Ewan McGregor, even though Brad Pitt met with the director and producer.

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