Question 1

What real danger did the cast and crew face during the avalanche scene?

Accepted Answer

One of the avalanches in the film was real and nearly buried the cast and crew alive.

Question 2

Which health issues did Leni Riefenstahl suffer from due to filming in sub-zero temperatures?

Accepted Answer

Leni Riefenstahl developed severe frostbite and a bladder infection that plagued her for life.

Question 3

Why were two directors needed for this film?

Accepted Answer

Two directors were necessary: Arnold Fanck was an expert at shooting outdoor footage, while Georg Wilhelm Pabst specialized in indoor scenes and story work.

Question 4

How does this film appear in Inglourious Basterds (2009)?

Accepted Answer

In Inglourious Basterds, this film is advertised on the marquee that Shosanna takes down to replace with the Max Linder festival.

Question 5

What is the central conflict of the story?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Johannes Krafft repeatedly climbs a 12,000-foot mountain to search for his wife, lost on their honeymoon, joined by another couple.

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