Question 1

Why was Matt Smith never shown nude in this film?

Accepted Answer

Because Smith was playing the lead in BBC's 'Doctor Who' at the time, the BBC gave strict instructions that he must never be shown nude, even though he played a different character.

Question 2

What real-life object was lent to the film's production by Isherwood's partner?

Accepted Answer

The dolphin desk clock that appears in the movie actually belonged to Isherwood and was lent by his longtime partner Don Bachardy, who visited the set.

Question 3

Why were exterior scenes with Nazi banners filmed only early morning or late night?

Accepted Answer

Ulster Unionists protested the hanging of giant Nazi swastika banners on buildings in Belfast, so those scenes were filmed only very early or late to avoid disruption.

Question 4

How did Christopher Isherwood later feel about his writings on 1930s Berlin?

Accepted Answer

Isherwood denounced his own writings, lamenting he had not understood the suffering of the people and that Berlin's nightlife had 'price-tags attached' to its embraces.

Question 5

What controversy surrounds the antisemitic remarks in Isherwood's novella 'Sally Bowles'?

Accepted Answer

The character Sally Bowles expressed antisemitic sentiments, which displeased the real-life Jean Ross. Scholars say the remarks reflected Isherwood's own prejudices, later regretted.

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