Question 1

Why was 'China Moon' delayed for years before its theatrical release?

Accepted Answer

Filmed in 1990-91, it was shelved when Orion filed for bankruptcy in late 1991, only debuting in 1994 after a reorganization.

Question 2

What does the term 'china moon' refer to in the film?

Accepted Answer

Detective Kyle Bodine explains it as his mother's term for a full moon, under which people 'do strange things,' seen reflected in a lake.

Question 3

Which classic film is 'China Moon' compared to, and what do they share?

Accepted Answer

It's said to be in the same vein as 'Body Heat' (1981), as both feature a femme fatale wanting her husband killed and are set in Florida.

Question 4

What connection does Madeleine Stowe's character have to another of her roles?

Accepted Answer

In both 'China Moon' and 'The Last of the Mohicans' (1992), her character has the last name 'Munro'.

Question 5

Which Oscar-recognized actors appear in the cast of 'China Moon'?

Accepted Answer

The cast includes Oscar winner Benicio Del Toro and Oscar nominee Ed Harris.

Question 6

Why was 'China Moon' delayed for years before its theatrical release?

Accepted Answer

The film was completed in 1990-91 but delayed when production company Orion filed for bankruptcy in late 1991. After reorganization, it finally debuted in 1994.

Question 7

What does the title 'China Moon' refer to in the film?

Accepted Answer

Detective Kyle Bodine explains his mother used the term for a full moon, under which people would 'do strange things.' It's seen reflected in a lake in romantic scenes.

Question 8

Which classic film is 'China Moon' often compared to, and why?

Accepted Answer

It's said to be in the same vein as 'Body Heat' (1981), as both feature a femme fatale wanting her husband killed and are set in Florida.

Question 9

What unusual connection does Madeleine Stowe's character name have to another of her films?

Accepted Answer

In both 'China Moon' and 'The Last of the Mohicans' (1992), Madeleine Stowe's character has the last name 'Munro.'

Question 10

Which Oscar-recognized actors appear in 'China Moon'?

Accepted Answer

The cast includes one Oscar winner, Benicio Del Toro, and one Oscar nominee, Ed Harris.

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