Question 1

What childhood fears of Steven Spielberg inspired terrors in the film?

Accepted Answer

The two terrors that plague Robbie Freeling came from Spielberg's own childhood fears: a fear of clowns and a tree outside his window.

Question 2

Which actress kept the pet goldfish from the film?

Accepted Answer

Heather O'Rourke, who played Carol Anne Freeling, kept the pet goldfish her character has in the film.

Question 3

What misunderstanding about Diane's age do many viewers have, and what clarifies it?

Accepted Answer

Many viewers think Diane was 16 when she gave birth to Dana, but the novelization clarifies Diane is Steve's second wife and Dana is her stepdaughter. Steve says 'my daughter' not 'our daughter'.

Question 4

Which actor received hate mail about his supermarket commercials because of his character?

Accepted Answer

James Karen, who was also a Pathmark supermarket spokesman, received hate mail from people saying they'd never shop there again due to his character's treatment of the Freelings.

Question 5

What major festivals or awards recognized Poltergeist?

Accepted Answer

Poltergeist was featured at the Buenos Aires International Festival of Independent Cinema (2006) and Berlin International Film Festival (1985), and was nominated for Academy Awards (1983).

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