Question 1

Why was Linda Hunt cast as Billy Kwan in The Year of Living Dangerously?

Accepted Answer

Director Peter Weir cast Linda Hunt in the role of Billy Kwan after failing to find an actor who could play the part the way he wanted.

Question 2

What major production disruption occurred during filming in Manila?

Accepted Answer

Filming in Manila was halted after three weeks due to death threats to the production, reportedly directed at Mel Gibson and Peter Weir, alleging the film was anti-Islam. The production moved to Sydney to complete filming.

Question 3

Why was The Year of Living Dangerously banned in Indonesia until 1999?

Accepted Answer

Indonesia banned the film until 1999 for its graphic depiction of Suharto's bloody rise to power. The first screening in Indonesia was November 6, 2000, two years after Suharto was forced from office.

Question 4

What connection does Vangelis's music in this film have to Chariots of Fire?

Accepted Answer

Vangelis's tune "L'Enfant" featured in this film was originally considered for Chariots of Fire before Vangelis persuaded director Hugh Hudson to use his new "Chariots of Fire" theme instead.

Question 5

Which major film festival featured The Year of Living Dangerously in 1983?

Accepted Answer

The film was featured at the Cannes Film Festival in 1983.

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