Question 1

What surprising behind-the-scenes story involves the kids selling a stray dog in the film?

Accepted Answer

The crew told the child actors they were running out of money to continue filming, so the kids decided to actually sell a stray dog to passersby, and those real moments were captured on camera.

Question 2

How close did this film come to being India's official Oscar submission?

Accepted Answer

It nearly became India's 2016 Foreign Language Oscar entry, with the voting committee tied 7-7 between this film and 'Court' before the chairman broke the tie in favor of 'Court'.

Question 3

What happened to the two child actors from the slums after filming?

Accepted Answer

Producer Dhanush sponsored their education fees following the movie's production.

Question 4

Which major international festivals screened 'The Crow's Egg'?

Accepted Answer

It was shown at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2014 and the International Film Festival of India in 2021.

Question 5

What is the central conflict that drives the story of 'The Crow's Egg'?

Accepted Answer

Two slum kids desperately want to taste pizza after a new pizza shop opens near their home, and the story follows what happens when they finally get the money to buy one.

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