Question 1

Which of his own movies did director David Lean reportedly consider his personal favorite?

Accepted Answer

Summertime was reportedly director Sir David Lean's personal favorite of his own movies.

Question 2

What lasting injury did Katharine Hepburn suffer while filming a scene in the Venice canal?

Accepted Answer

When Katharine Hepburn filmed the scene where she falls into the canal, one of her eyes became infected, and that infection stayed with her for the rest of her life.

Question 3

How did the release of Summertime impact tourism to Venice?

Accepted Answer

The number of tourists travelling to Venice doubled after this movie's release.

Question 4

What awards or festivals recognized Summertime in 1955 and 1956?

Accepted Answer

Summertime received awards from the National Board of Review and New York Film Critics Circle Awards in 1955, and BAFTA Awards and Academy Awards in 1956, and was featured at the Locarno International Film Festival in 1955.

Question 5

Why did director David Lean choose to film Summertime on location in Venice?

Accepted Answer

David Lean accepted the directing job in part because he wanted to work on locations outside, preferring the sun over soundstage work, which he likened to a 'pitch-black mine.'

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