Question 1

What real-life scandal erupted during the making of Stromboli?

Accepted Answer

During production, Ingrid Bergman had an affair with director Roberto Rossellini and became pregnant, causing a scandal that temporarily ended her Hollywood career.

Question 2

How did Howard Hughes' promotional tactics affect the film's release?

Accepted Answer

Howard Hughes re-cut the film without Rossellini's knowledge, refused press screenings, and emphasized parallels between Bergman's character and her real-life behavior, creating controversy that led to phenomenal opening day earnings.

Question 3

What rival film was created out of spite during Stromboli's production?

Accepted Answer

Anna Magnani, who was dropped from the lead role, created Vulcano (1950) with nearly identical plot and locations as revenge after Ingrid Bergman replaced her.

Question 4

Which festivals has Stromboli been featured in?

Accepted Answer

The film was shown at the Venice Film Festival (1950 and 2012), Toronto International Film Festival (2012), Buenos Aires International Festival of Independent Cinema (2010), and Olhar de Cinema - Curitiba International Film Festival (2015).

Question 5

What is Stromboli about?

Accepted Answer

After WWII, a Lithuanian woman and an Italian man from Stromboli marry impulsively, but she struggles to adapt to the demanding life on the volcanic island.

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