Question 1

Which actress's scenes were cut from Diamond Head despite publicity of her return?

Accepted Answer

Billie Dove's scenes were cut from the final film, marking her last film appearance after a thirty-year absence.

Question 2

Why does Charlton Heston's character have the nickname 'King' in Diamond Head?

Accepted Answer

The film was originally intended for Clark Gable in the late-1950s, so Heston's character retained the nickname 'King'.

Question 3

What does the Hawaiian term 'Haole' mean, as used in Diamond Head?

Accepted Answer

'Haole' refers to people of European descent who are not native Hawaiian; it can be descriptive or pejorative depending on context.

Question 4

What was the original title of Peter Gilman's novel that Diamond Head is based on?

Accepted Answer

The source novel by Peter Gilman is titled 'Such Sweet Thunder'.

Question 5

What real-life event inspired the tsunami story told by King Howland in Diamond Head?

Accepted Answer

The story is based on the 1946 Alaska earthquake that caused a tsunami hitting Hawaii, destroying Hilo and killing 159 people.

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