Question 1

Why was the release of Call Me Genius delayed in the UK?

Accepted Answer

The film was intended for a December 1960 UK release, but the unexpected success of 'Saturday Night and Sunday Morning' left few available screens, so it was delayed to March 1961.

Question 2

What clever clause did George Sanders have in his contract for this film?

Accepted Answer

George Sanders had a clause allowing him to purchase all of Sir Charles Brewer's Savile Row suits for half price, and he also leased his own car to the production for a fee.

Question 3

How did the London Institute of Pataphysics honor Call Me Genius in 2002?

Accepted Answer

In September 2002, the London Institute of Pataphysics recreated Alistair Grant's pieces from the film, presenting them as a retrospective of the fictional artist Anthony Hancock.

Question 4

Who did writers Galton and Simpson suggest for a cameo, and why was it vetoed?

Accepted Answer

They suggested Sidney James, Tony Hancock's former costar, for a cameo as the Customs Official, but Hancock vetoed the idea. James did attend the film's premiere.

Question 5

What is the premise of Call Me Genius?

Accepted Answer

Anthony Hancock quits his office job to become an abstract artist. Despite lacking talent and facing critical scorn, he impresses a talented artist and cons the art world into thinking he is a genius.

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