Question 1

What real-life kidnapping inspired The Clearing?

Accepted Answer

The film is based on the 1987 kidnapping and murder of Gerrit Jan Heijn, CEO of Dutch supermarket chain Ahold, by unemployed engineer Ferdi Elsas.

Question 2

Which actor suffered a cracked rib during a fight scene in the woods?

Accepted Answer

Willem Dafoe cracked a rib when Robert Redford's stunt double Dan Shea tackled him to the ground during the shooting of a fight scene.

Question 3

What unusual detail appears on the ransom note in the film?

Accepted Answer

One of the numbers listed at the top of the ransom note is 814-949-9207, which is the fax number for Lakemont Park in Altoona, Pennsylvania.

Question 4

What is the basic plot of The Clearing?

Accepted Answer

Affluent executive Wayne Hayes is kidnapped by a disgruntled employee and held for ransom in a forest, while his wife deals with FBI agents negotiating with the kidnapper.

Question 5

Which actor plays the kidnapped executive Wayne Hayes?

Accepted Answer

Robert Redford plays Wayne Hayes, the affluent executive who is kidnapped and held for ransom in the forest.

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