Question 1

Why was the song 'La Chanson de Craonne' banned in France until 1974?

Accepted Answer

Merely singing it was considered an act of mutiny, as it commemorated a 1917 mutiny by French troops. A reward of one million francs was offered for the author's identity, but never claimed.

Question 2

How were casualties depicted in the film without showing any blood or bullets?

Accepted Answer

All casualties are always implied; not a single blood drop or stain is shown, and no person is seen felled by bombs or bullets.

Question 3

What was involved in creating the final scene with over 16,000 crosses?

Accepted Answer

Over 16,000 individual crosses were placed on the Sussex Downs, each with a hole dug to hold it steady. The final helicopter trackback had to be done several times due to high winds and camera shake.

Question 4

How did the cast endure the 'Christmas Day Truce' scenes shot during midsummer?

Accepted Answer

The scenes were shot during midsummer with temperatures in the 90s, but actors wore full heavy winter costumes to create a freezing snowy landscape.

Question 5

Where were the trench scenes shot, and what was the condition like?

Accepted Answer

The trench scenes were all shot at Brighton Municipal Rubbish dump. The overwhelming stench of the dump was exacerbated by the hot summer weather.

Oh! What a Lovely War

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