Question 1

Which future Spider-Man actor served as the monster's stand-in during filming?

Accepted Answer

Tom Holland, who previously worked with director J.A. Bayona in The Impossible (2012), was the stand-in for the monster and received a special 'thank you' in the credits.

Question 2

What surprising connection does Sigourney Weaver's character have to her Ghostbusters role?

Accepted Answer

One of the pictures of a young Grandma in the film is actually a publicity photo of Sigourney Weaver from Ghostbusters (1984).

Question 3

Which major international film festivals featured A Monster Calls in 2016?

Accepted Answer

The film was featured at both the San Sebastián International Film Festival and the Toronto International Film Festival in 2016.

Question 4

How did the novel A Monster Calls originate before becoming a film?

Accepted Answer

The novel was originally started by Siobhan Dowd but left unfinished at her death. Patrick Ness completed the book, crediting her idea.

Question 5

What recognition did the screenplay receive before the film was made?

Accepted Answer

The screenplay was featured in the 2013 Blacklist, which highlights the 'most liked' unmade scripts of the year.

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