Question 1

What behind-the-scenes affair increased tensions on the set of Jezebel?

Accepted Answer

Following a quarrel with director William Wyler, Bette Davis had an affair with co-star Henry Fonda that greatly increased tensions on set. She ended it after a phone call from Fonda's pregnant wife.

Question 2

Why was Julie's famous red dress actually bronze-colored in Jezebel?

Accepted Answer

According to Robert Osborne, Julie's red dress was actually bronze-colored because bronze showed up better on black and white film than red would.

Question 3

How did William Wyler convince Bette Davis to accept multiple takes in Jezebel?

Accepted Answer

Wyler insisted Davis watch dailies with him, where she saw a fleeting devil-may-care expression he captured after 30+ takes of a staircase scene. This made her accept however many takes he wanted.

Question 4

Which prestigious festivals and awards recognized Jezebel?

Accepted Answer

Jezebel was featured at the Venice Film Festival in 1938 and won awards at the Academy Awards in 1939 and the National Board of Review in 1938.

Question 5

What personal reason made Bette Davis cry for days after finishing Jezebel?

Accepted Answer

Bette Davis cried for days after finishing Jezebel because she had completed one of her most rewarding artistic experiences and was pregnant with director William Wyler's child.

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