Question 1

What connection did Jude Law's performance in this film have to 'The Talented Mr. Ripley'?

Accepted Answer

Anthony Minghella watched the dailies and was so impressed with Jude Law's performance that he cast him the following year as Dickie Greenleaf in 'The Talented Mr. Ripley' (1999).

Question 2

What is the alternative title of this film and its literary origin?

Accepted Answer

The film is also known as 'The Wisdom Of Crocodiles,' which comes from a Francis Bacon quote in his 17th-century 'Essays'/'On Innovations' about crocodiles shedding tears when they would devour.

Question 3

Which love poem is quoted throughout the movie?

Accepted Answer

The love poem quoted throughout the movie is 'The song of Solomon,' a love song taken from the Bible.

Question 4

Which actor turned down the role of Inspector Healey according to his diaries?

Accepted Answer

According to his diaries, Alan Rickman turned down the role of Inspector Healey.

Question 5

What is the central conflict for the vampire protagonist in London?

Accepted Answer

A vampire in London is searching for the ideal woman to 'redeem' him.

Question 6

How did Jude Law's performance in this film lead to his casting in 'The Talented Mr. Ripley'?

Accepted Answer

Anthony Minghella watched the dailies over his wife's shoulder, was impressed with Jude Law's performance, and cast him as Dickie Greenleaf the following year.

Question 7

What is the alternative title of this film and its literary origin?

Accepted Answer

The film is also known as 'The Wisdom Of Crocodiles', referencing a quote from Francis Bacon's 17th-century essays.

Question 8

What love poem is quoted throughout the movie?

Accepted Answer

The love poem quoted is 'The song of Solomon' from the Bible.

Question 9

Which actor turned down the role of Inspector Healey according to his diaries?

Accepted Answer

Alan Rickman turned down the role of Inspector Healey according to his diaries.

Question 10

Which major film festivals was this movie selected for in 1999?

Accepted Answer

It was selected for the Chicago International Film Festival and Toronto International Film Festival in 1999.

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