Question 1

What scientific consultant fact-checked the script for San Andreas, and what was his critique?

Accepted Answer

Director Brad Peyton brought in USC professor Thomas Jordan to fact-check the script. Jordan noted that magnitude 9 earthquakes are too big for the San Andreas fault and it can't produce a big tsunami.

Question 2

How did the film's marketing change after the 2015 Nepal earthquake?

Accepted Answer

After the devastating earthquake in Nepal in April 2015, the marketing campaign was adjusted to include information about relief efforts and disaster preparedness, including a link to prepareandhelp.com.

Question 3

What real-world earthquake phenomenon is mentioned as possible in the film's trivia?

Accepted Answer

It is possible for a Nevada quake to trigger an L.A. quake, and for an L.A. quake to trigger a San Francisco quake, as seen in historical earthquakes like the 1992 Landers and 1906 San Francisco events.

Question 4

What personal experience did Alexandra Daddario draw upon for her role in San Andreas?

Accepted Answer

When auditioning, Daddario thought about being in Manhattan during 9/11, relating to how people come together during large-scale disasters.

Question 5

What is the central rescue mission in San Andreas?

Accepted Answer

After a massive earthquake in California, rescue-chopper pilot Raymond Gaines makes a dangerous journey across the state to rescue his estranged daughter.

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