Question 1

What real-life incident inspired Brian De Palma to write Dressed to Kill?

Accepted Answer

As a young man, De Palma used recording equipment at his mother's urging to try catching his father with another woman, which inspired this movie.

Question 2

Why was Dressed to Kill almost rated X, and how did that change?

Accepted Answer

The MPAA originally rated it X, but writer/director Brian De Palma fought the rating and through editing brought it down to an R, improving its financial prospects.

Question 3

Which actress did Brian De Palma specifically write the role of Liz Blake for?

Accepted Answer

He wrote the role specifically for his wife Nancy Allen, who was the first and only actress offered the part.

Question 4

What unusual on-set behavior did Michael Caine display that his co-stars praised?

Accepted Answer

Though only required when his character was in shot, Caine insisted on being present even when not, so co-stars could perform to him instead of a stand-in.

Question 5

What happened during Angie Dickinson's taxicab scene filming in New York City?

Accepted Answer

Gawkers observed the scene and shouted 'Right on, Police Woman!' referencing her previous television role on Police Woman (1974).

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