Question 1

Why was the opening scene of The Strange Woman reshot?

Accepted Answer

Executive producer Hunt Stromberg felt the original opening with Edgar G. Ulmer's daughter Arianne Ulmer was not nasty enough, so he and Hedy Lamarr enlisted Douglas Sirk to reshoot with Jo Ann Marlowe.

Question 2

What did Hedy Lamarr say about her role in The Strange Woman?

Accepted Answer

Lamarr called the character a sadist, tempting and feminine but cruel, and said it was a part any actress would love, touching many emotions and delving into strange situations.

Question 3

How did Hedy Lamarr's involvement affect the film's budget?

Accepted Answer

Lamarr was one of its producers and partially responsible for it coming in over budget, limiting profitability to her production company despite box office success.

Question 4

Where does the title The Strange Woman come from?

Accepted Answer

The title comes from the Bible, Proverbs 5:3: 'The lips of the strange woman drip honey and her mouth is as smooth as oil,' and is quoted in the sermon scene.

Question 5

How did Hedy Lamarr prepare for her role in The Strange Woman?

Accepted Answer

Lamarr traveled incognito to research the type of girl in her native habitat, playing her with real-life motivations as she wanted to open up the role.

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