Question 1

How does the film's runtime relate to its story timeline?

Accepted Answer

The movie takes place in real time over 71 minutes, with a clock showing 9:05 PM at the beginning and 10:16 PM at the end.

Question 2

Which boxing champion-turned-actor starred in the film and received fight choreography from a professional?

Accepted Answer

Robert Ryan, an undefeated boxing champion at Dartmouth, starred as Bill 'Stoker' Thompson. Former pro John Indrisano choreographed the fighting sequences.

Question 3

What connection does Martin Scorsese have to this boxing film?

Accepted Answer

Martin Scorsese is a big fan and was so impressed by the boxing sequences that he deliberately avoided copying Robert Wise's camera tricks when making Raging Bull.

Question 4

What was controversial about the adaptation of the original narrative poem?

Accepted Answer

The author Joseph Moncure March was incensed that his black boxer Pansy Jones was changed into the white Stoker Thompson when he volunteered to work on the film.

Question 5

Which major film festival and award ceremony recognized The Set-Up?

Accepted Answer

The film was featured at the Cannes Film Festival in 1949 and received recognition at the BAFTA Awards in 1950.

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