Question 1

How did Peter O'Toole help Jared Padalecki after an emotional scene?

Accepted Answer

After a crying scene, Peter O'Toole told Jared Padalecki, 'Stop that. These are Thomas's tears, not Jared's,' to help him stop crying.

Question 2

What did Jared Padalecki do to prepare for playing left-handed Thomas Kinkade?

Accepted Answer

Jared Padalecki, who is right-handed, used only his left hand for the month leading up to filming. A left-handed artist was also on set to help him look more natural.

Question 3

Which piece of music does Glen listen to in the film, and where is it not listed?

Accepted Answer

Glen listens to Claude Debussy's 'Clair de Lune' a few times, which is not listed among the music used in the film.

Question 4

How old were Aaron Ashmore and Jared Padalecki when the film was made?

Accepted Answer

Aaron Ashmore, who plays the younger brother of Jared Padalecki's character, was born in 1979, making him three years older than Padalecki, born in 1982.

Question 5

Why did filmmakers decide not to have Jared Padalecki lose weight for his role?

Accepted Answer

Jared Padalecki wanted to lose weight to look more like Thomas Kinkade, but filmmakers decided he should remain at 220 pounds because his muscular image made him appear more approachable and friendlier.

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