Question 1

Why was the 'Dropping the Car' scene filmed in just one take?

Accepted Answer

The scene was done in one take because they didn't have a second car, and the car they used didn't even work.

Question 2

What real-world elements were incorporated into the filming of the arrest scene?

Accepted Answer

Real cops and S.W.A.T. members were used for the arrest scene, and real cars and tanks were employed.

Question 3

Which actress made her last 'unknown' appearance in this film before becoming a superstar?

Accepted Answer

Sofía Vergara made her last 'unknown' appearance here before the premiere of Modern Family and her rise to stardom.

Question 4

How did the crew prepare for the prison setting in the film?

Accepted Answer

The crew was taken through a real prison tour to see what it's like, and some scenes were filmed in an Atlantic Penitentiary with actual prison guards.

Question 5

What personal conflict does Assistant District Attorney Josh Hardaway face in the story?

Accepted Answer

Josh Hardaway lands a case that's too personal to handle: that of a young prostitute and former drug addict named Candace, who is also his childhood friend.

Question 6

Why was the 'Dropping the Car' scene filmed in only one take?

Accepted Answer

The scene was done in one take because they didn't have a second car, and the car they used didn't even work.

Question 7

What real-life elements were used to make the prison scenes more authentic?

Accepted Answer

The crew toured a real prison, filmed some scenes in an Atlantic Penitentiary, used actual prison guards as extras, and employed real cops and S.W.A.T. members for the arrest scene.

Question 8

Which actress made one of her last 'unknown' appearances in this film before becoming a superstar?

Accepted Answer

Sofía Vergara made her last 'unknown' appearance here before the premiere of Modern Family in 2009, which launched her to stardom.

Question 9

What personal conflict does Assistant District Attorney Josh Hardaway face in the story?

Accepted Answer

Josh Hardaway lands a case involving Candace, a young prostitute and former drug addict who is also his childhood friend, making it too personal for him to handle objectively.

Question 10

Which award did Madea Goes to Jail receive recognition from in 2010?

Accepted Answer

The film was recognized at the Black Reel Awards in 2010.

Madea Goes to Jail

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