Question 1

Why did Joel Schumacher direct Dying Young despite feeling it wasn't right for him?

Accepted Answer

He did it as a personal favor to Julia Roberts because he enjoyed working with her on Flatliners (1990).

Question 2

What surprising detail is revealed about Julia Roberts's appearance in the film?

Accepted Answer

Her long red hair was mostly extensions, as her real hair was relatively short during filming.

Question 3

Which famous saxophonist performed the theme music for Dying Young?

Accepted Answer

Kenny G performed the theme, having previously collaborated with David Foster on music for another Joel Schumacher film.

Question 4

Who was Dying Young developed as a star vehicle for, and by which producer?

Accepted Answer

It was developed as a star vehicle for Julia Roberts by producer Sally Field, who had both starred in Steel Magnolias (1989).

Question 5

Which actors turned down the role of Victor Geddes before Campbell Scott was cast?

Accepted Answer

Cary Elwes, Andy Garcia, Mel Gibson, James Spader, and Daniel Day-Lewis all turned down the role.

Question 6

Why did director Joel Schumacher feel he was the wrong choice for 'Dying Young'?

Accepted Answer

Joel Schumacher admitted he felt he was the wrong director for the film and only did it as a personal favor to Julia Roberts after enjoying working with her on 'Flatliners' (1990).

Question 7

Which famous saxophonist performed the theme music for 'Dying Young'?

Accepted Answer

The "Theme from Dying Young" was performed by saxophonist Kenny G, who had previously collaborated with David Foster on music for another Joel Schumacher film.

Question 8

How was Julia Roberts's long red hair achieved in the film?

Accepted Answer

Julia Roberts's long red hair in the film was mostly extensions, as her real hair was relatively short during filming.

Question 9

What was the original purpose behind developing 'Dying Young'?

Accepted Answer

The picture was developed as a star vehicle for Julia Roberts by producer Sally Field, who had both starred in 'Steel Magnolias' (1989) a few years earlier.

Question 10

Which actors turned down the role of Victor Geddes before Campbell Scott was cast?

Accepted Answer

Cary Elwes, Andy Garcia, Mel Gibson, James Spader, and Daniel Day-Lewis all turned down the role of Victor Geddes.

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