Question 1

Why did the film change the novel's homophobia subplot to anti-Semitism?

Accepted Answer

Producer Adrian Scott changed it because any depiction of homosexuality would not get past the Production Code Administration, making anti-Semitism the film's focus instead.

Question 2

Which actor hated making the film and claimed any American actor could have played his role?

Accepted Answer

Robert Mitchum hated making the film and later claimed that any American actor could have played Keeley.

Question 3

What was Gloria Grahame's favorite role according to her?

Accepted Answer

Gloria Grahame later said that this was her favorite role.

Question 4

How did cinematographer J. Roy Hunt help the film shoot in just 24 days?

Accepted Answer

Cinematographer J. Roy Hunt's atmospheric, low-key lighting was accomplished quickly and efficiently, explaining the 24-day shoot and resulting in a visually impressive film noir.

Question 5

Why might the film have failed to win any Oscars despite its acclaim?

Accepted Answer

It has been suggested that director Edward Dmytryk and producer Adrian Scott's testimony before HUAC, where they refused to state if they were Communists, contributed to its Oscar failure.

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