Question 1

Why was astronomer Seth Shostak hired as a consultant for the film?

Accepted Answer

He reviewed the script for errors and suggested making scientists' dialogue less dry and more realistic, like using casual phrases instead of technical jargon.

Question 2

How tall is GORT in this version compared to the original film?

Accepted Answer

In this film, GORT is 28 feet tall, whereas in the original movie he was eight feet tall.

Question 3

What real-world phone number appears on television to report sightings of Klaatu?

Accepted Answer

The toll-free number 1-800-472-0391 is shown, which is actually NOAA's National Weather Service Alaska Weather Information Line.

Question 4

What is the central conflict that drives the plot of the film?

Accepted Answer

Alien representative Klaatu assesses whether humanity can prevent environmental damage, and when barred from speaking to the UN, decides humankind must be exterminated so Earth can survive.

Question 5

Why was John Cleese considered a difficult casting choice for his role?

Accepted Answer

He was primarily noted for comic roles, but felt a dramatic role with subtle humor would be easier to play at his age than another manic old man character.

Question 6

Why was astronomer Seth Shostak hired as a consultant for the film?

Accepted Answer

He was hired to review the script for errors and suggest ways to make scientists' dialogue less dry and more realistic, such as using casual language instead of technical jargon.

Question 7

How tall is GORT in this version compared to the original film?

Accepted Answer

In this film, GORT is 28 feet tall, whereas in the original movie he was eight feet tall.

Question 8

What real-world phone number appears on television to report sightings of Klaatu?

Accepted Answer

The toll-free number 1-800-472-0391 is shown, which is actually NOAA's National Weather Service Alaska Weather Information Line.

Question 9

Why did John Cleese feel his role in the film would be easier to play?

Accepted Answer

Cleese felt that at his age, a dramatic role with subtle humor would be easier than playing another manic old man, as he was primarily known for comic roles.

Question 10

What is the central conflict that drives the plot of the film?

Accepted Answer

Alien representative Klaatu comes to Earth to assess if humanity can prevent environmental damage, but when barred from speaking to the UN, he decides humanity must be exterminated so the planet can survive.

The Day the Earth Stood Still

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