Question 1

What real-life injury did Richard Burton suffer during his expedition?

Accepted Answer

A spear through Burton's face split his palate, fractured his jaw, nearly severed his tongue, and knocked out teeth. Surviving was near miraculous.

Question 2

Why did Burton's wife burn his manuscripts after his death?

Accepted Answer

She claimed she received guidance from God and burned every page of his notes and manuscripts, which would have been extremely valuable to historians.

Question 3

What does the title 'Mountains of the Moon' refer to?

Accepted Answer

It refers to the Rwenzori Mountains of Uganda, located northwest of Lake Victoria, between Lake Edward and Lake Albert.

Question 4

Which two actors from the film died on the same day?

Accepted Answer

Roger Rees and Omar Sharif both died on 10 July 2015.

Question 5

What sources was the film based on?

Accepted Answer

The film is based on the novel 'Burton and Speke' by William Harrison and the original journals of explorers John Hanning Speke and Richard Burton.

Mountains of the Moon

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