Question 1

What real-life murder case inspired the film's story?

Accepted Answer

The film was adapted from a novel based on the 1946 case of William Heirens, who killed three women and was dubbed 'The Lipstick Killer' by the press after leaving a message in lipstick.

Question 2

Which actor was reportedly drunk throughout the entire production?

Accepted Answer

According to film noir historian Eddie Muller, Dana Andrews was drunk during the entire production, which ironically matched his character being drunk through half the film.

Question 3

Where was the New York subway sequence actually filmed?

Accepted Answer

The subway sequence was filmed in the Pacific Electric Belmont trolley tunnel under downtown Los Angeles, using inter-urban streetcars to double for New York subway trains.

Question 4

Which festival screened this film in 2004?

Accepted Answer

The film was screened at the Locarno International Film Festival in 2004.

Question 5

What is the central conflict in the story?

Accepted Answer

Newspaper men compete against each other to find a serial killer dubbed 'The Lipstick Killer'.

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