Question 1

Which film did Little Old New York surpass to become the highest-grossing film of its time?

Accepted Answer

Little Old New York set the record for highest grossing film, surpassing Robin Hood (1922) which had grossed $109,750.88.

Question 2

What happened to the studio during production of Little Old New York?

Accepted Answer

A fire on February 18, 1923 destroyed the Cosmopolitan-International Studio, including sets and research library. Production moved to rental facilities and the film was completed on time.

Question 3

What unique hand-coloring technique was used in original prints of Little Old New York?

Accepted Answer

Artist Gustav Brock hand-colored each frame, adding red and blue to an American flag and a slight blush to Marion Davies's cheeks in a scene. No surviving prints feature his work.

Question 4

Which historical steamboat was replicated for Little Old New York?

Accepted Answer

A full-sized replica of Robert Fulton's steamboat, the Clermont, was built and sailed down the Hudson River with cast and crew aboard.

Question 5

What is the premise of Little Old New York?

Accepted Answer

An Irish girl comes to America disguised as a boy to claim a fortune left to her brother who has died.

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