Question 1

Which famous actresses were considered for the title role before Jean Harlow?

Accepted Answer

Joan Crawford and Clara Bow were considered before Jean Harlow was cast. Marie Dressler even posed in a red wig for gag stills.

Question 2

What was Jean Harlow's first line in the film and who wrote it?

Accepted Answer

Her first line is 'So gentlemen prefer blondes, do they?' written by Anita Loos, author of the novel 'Gentlemen Prefer Blondes'.

Question 3

Why was F. Scott Fitzgerald's screenplay rejected?

Accepted Answer

Producer Irving Thalberg rejected it because he thought it took the story too seriously, so Anita Loos rewrote it with a lighter, comical tone.

Question 4

How did the film fare with British censors upon original release?

Accepted Answer

It was banned from public showings in Great Britain, but King George V had a personal copy. It was passed uncut in 1965 with an 'A' certificate.

Question 5

Why did Jean Harlow wear a wig and how was her makeup adjusted?

Accepted Answer

She wore a wig for the film. Since it was black and white, her makeup was made more dramatic to highlight her character's nature.

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