Question 1

What surprising accident during filming was kept in the final cut of Speed?

Accepted Answer

Keanu Reeves accidentally broke the glass on the bus door at the start of the bus chase, but director Jan de Bont liked the effect and left it in the film.

Question 2

Which major awards ceremonies recognized Speed in 1995?

Accepted Answer

Speed was recognized at both the BAFTA Awards and Academy Awards in 1995.

Question 3

What did Sandra Bullock learn to do for her role in Speed?

Accepted Answer

Sandra Bullock actually learned to drive a bus for the film, passing her test on her first attempt.

Question 4

What was the film's production challenge that required additional funding?

Accepted Answer

The film literally ran out of money before completion, so subway scenes were initially animated storyboards. After positive test screenings, the studio provided funds to shoot them properly.

Question 5

What is the central conflict that drives the plot of Speed?

Accepted Answer

A crazed bomber rigs a Los Angeles bus with a device that will kill everyone on board if the vehicle's speed dips below fifty miles per hour.

Question 6

What surprising accident during filming was kept in the final cut?

Accepted Answer

Keanu Reeves accidentally broke the glass on the bus door during the bus chase, but director Jan de Bont liked the effect and left it in the film.

Question 7

How did Sandra Bullock prepare for her role as a bus driver?

Accepted Answer

Sandra Bullock actually learned to drive a bus for the film, passing her driving test on her first attempt.

Question 8

Which major awards ceremonies recognized this film?

Accepted Answer

The film was recognized at the BAFTA Awards and Academy Awards in 1995.

Question 9

What was the film's production challenge that required additional funding?

Accepted Answer

The film ran out of money before completion, so subway scenes were initially animated storyboards. After positive test screenings, the studio provided funds to shoot them properly.

Question 10

What improvised moment did Sandra Bullock create for her character Annie?

Accepted Answer

Sandra Bullock improvised the scene where Annie pretends to put chewing gum on her seat to have an excuse to move away from the obnoxious Stephens.

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