Question 1

Which actor dropped out because he didn't get along with director Cy Endfield?

Accepted Answer

George Peppard dropped out because he didn't get on with director Cy Endfield. He insisted Endfield be replaced, but co-producer Stanley Baker replaced Peppard instead.

Question 2

Why did Stanley Baker pursue Robert Mitchum and Carroll Baker for the leads?

Accepted Answer

After Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor demanded too much money, star/producer Stanley Baker pursued Robert Mitchum and Carroll Baker. When those negotiations failed, he signed George Peppard.

Question 3

Where was the film shot?

Accepted Answer

The film was shot on location in the Kalahari Desert, with studio work done at Shepperton Studios in London.

Question 4

What happened to the film's theatrical and later reception?

Accepted Answer

The film didn't do well in theaters but since became a cult film.

Question 5

Which festival featured 'Sands of the Kalahari' in 1991?

Accepted Answer

The film was featured at the International Film Festival Rotterdam in 1991.

Loved this film?

Share with others

Loved this film?

Share with others

Sands of the Kalahari

Customers also watched