Question 1

What surprising prop choice did Telly Savalas bring to his role as Leandro?

Accepted Answer

Telly Savalas added lolly pops to his character Leandro's mouth as an alternative after quitting smoking, a trait that later became popular on his TV series Kojak.

Question 2

Which horror author's work is referenced in a scene where Leandro breaks a corpse's feet?

Accepted Answer

The scene where Leandro breaks a corpse's feet to fit it into a coffin references H.P. Lovecraft's story "In the Vault."

Question 3

How did Mario Bava create emotional atmosphere for actors during filming?

Accepted Answer

Mario Bava played Rodrigo's "Concerto d'Aranjuez" on set to evoke the desired emotion from actors while filming without sound.

Question 4

What drastic changes were made to get this film into theaters after distribution struggles?

Accepted Answer

After failing to secure a distributor, the film was heavily re-edited with new footage of a possessed Lisa and a priest, then released as The House of Exorcism to capitalize on The Exorcist's success.

Question 5

Which actor was offered but declined the role of Max in the film?

Accepted Answer

Anthony Perkins was offered the role of Max but turned it down.

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