Question 1

What classic rock album covers are referenced in the film's visual style?

Accepted Answer

Various shots pay homage to album covers: a street crossing references The Beatles' "Abbey Road," a Union Jack blanket scene nods to The Who's "The Kids Are Alright," and a border station shot evokes Bruce Springsteen's "Born In The USA."

Question 2

How was the scene of Jennifer hovering over Joey's bed filmed?

Accepted Answer

The camera was turned on its side, with a makeshift nightstand and lamp mounted to a wall. Both actors stood upright, and Jessica Paré simply dipped in and out of frame.

Question 3

Which festivals screened 'Suck'?

Accepted Answer

The film was an official selection at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2009 and the SXSW Film Festival in 2010.

Question 4

What special cameo appears during the band's border crossing scene?

Accepted Answer

The Border Guard is played by Alex Lifeson, famed guitarist of the Canadian band Rush, who mentions he used to be in a band.

Question 5

How did Alice Cooper contribute to his character's wardrobe?

Accepted Answer

Alice Cooper provided all his character's wardrobe due to the film's low budget, except for the red and black crossroads jacket which needed to be cut for the final scene.

Question 6

What classic rock album covers are referenced in the film's cinematography?

Accepted Answer

Shots include homages to The Beatles' "Abbey Road," The Who's "The Kids Are Alright," and Bruce Springsteen's "Born In The USA" album covers.

Question 7

How was the scene of Jennifer hovering over Joey's bed filmed?

Accepted Answer

The camera was turned on its side, with a makeshift nightstand and lamp mounted to a wall, and Jessica Paré dipped in and out of frame while both actors stood upright.

Question 8

Which festivals screened 'Suck'?

Accepted Answer

It was an official selection at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2009 and the SXSW Film Festival in 2010.

Question 9

Who plays the Border Guard who mentions his past in a band?

Accepted Answer

The Border Guard is played by Alex Lifeson, the famed guitarist of the Canadian band Rush.

Question 10

What is the central conflict in 'Suck'?

Accepted Answer

The petty rock band the Winners tours North America after Jennifer becomes a vampire, while vampire hunter Eddie Van Helsing chases them down.

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