Question 1

What real-life connection inspired the main character's name in Series 7: The Contenders?

Accepted Answer

Writer/Director Daniel Minahan originally wrote the story using his childhood friend Dawn Lagarto's name for the main character. Actress Brooke Smith wanted to keep the name, so Minahan got Lagarto's blessing to use it.

Question 2

How did the film's concept compare to popular reality TV shows when it premiered?

Accepted Answer

While it premiered months after Survivor and Big Brother, the project predates both shows. The concept was originally pitched as a TV series in 1998.

Question 3

What was the original format envisioned for Series 7: The Contenders?

Accepted Answer

The film was originally conceived as a weekly television show, with the concept first pitched as a TV series in 1998.

Question 4

Which festival officially selected Series 7: The Contenders?

Accepted Answer

The film was an official selection at the Berlin International Film Festival in 2001.

Question 5

What is the premise of the reality TV program in Series 7: The Contenders?

Accepted Answer

Six contestants must participate in a free-for-all deathmatch, skillfully outwitting and killing each other to be the last person alive.

Question 6

What real-life friend inspired the main character's name in Series 7: The Contenders?

Accepted Answer

Writer/director Daniel Minahan's childhood friend Dawn Lagarto inspired the name. Actress Brooke Smith wanted to keep it, so Minahan got Lagarto's blessing. The real Lagarto has no connection to the character's life.

Question 7

How did the film's concept compare to reality TV hits like Survivor?

Accepted Answer

The movie's concept was originally pitched as a TV series in 1998, predating both Survivor and Big Brother which premiered in 2000.

Question 8

Why was the part of Dawn written specifically for Brooke Smith?

Accepted Answer

Director Daniel Minahan wrote the role of Dawn specifically for Brooke Smith after seeing her work in an off-Broadway production.

Question 9

What festival featured Series 7: The Contenders in 2001?

Accepted Answer

The film was an official selection at the Berlin International Film Festival in 2001.

Question 10

What is the premise of Series 7: The Contenders?

Accepted Answer

A reality TV program forces six contestants to participate in a free-for-all deathmatch where they must outwit and kill each other to be the last person alive.

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