Question 1

Which famous film location was used for the neighborhood in The 'Burbs?

Accepted Answer

The neighborhood was shot on Colonial Street at the Universal back lot, which has been used for many films and TV shows including Desperate Housewives. Walter's house is the only building on the lot that hasn't changed at all.

Question 2

What connection does Walter's toy poodle Queenie have to another famous thriller?

Accepted Answer

Queenie was played by the same dog that played Precious in The Silence of the Lambs (1991).

Question 3

How did the 1988 writers' strike affect the filming of The 'Burbs?

Accepted Answer

The film was rushed into production to avoid the Writers Guild strike. Principal photography began the same day the strike went into effect, May 19, 1988. Writer Dana Olsen was prohibited from contributing to the script on set, so director Joe Dante encouraged actors to improvise.

Question 4

What did Tom Hanks do to show appreciation to the cast and crew after filming?

Accepted Answer

Tom Hanks personally bought everyone sunglasses and left a personal thank you note to everyone in the cast and crew.

Question 5

Which festival featured The 'Burbs in its programming?

Accepted Answer

The film was featured at the Locarno International Film Festival in 1999.

Question 6

Which famous film location was used for the neighborhood in The 'Burbs?

Accepted Answer

The neighborhood was shot on Colonial Street at the Universal back lot, which has been used for many films and TV shows including Desperate Housewives. Walter's house is the only building on the lot that hasn't changed at all.

Question 7

What connection does the dog in The 'Burbs have to The Silence of the Lambs?

Accepted Answer

Walter's toy poodle Queenie was played by the same dog that played Precious in The Silence of the Lambs (1991).

Question 8

Why did Joe Dante encourage actors to improvise scenes in The 'Burbs?

Accepted Answer

The film was rushed into production to avoid a Writers Guild strike, and writer Dana Olsen was prohibited from contributing to the script on set due to the 1988 writers' strike, so Dante encouraged improvisation.

Question 9

What did Tom Hanks do to show appreciation to the cast and crew of The 'Burbs?

Accepted Answer

Tom Hanks personally bought everyone sunglasses and left a personal thank you note to everyone in the cast and crew.

Question 10

What is The 'Burbs about?

Accepted Answer

Suburbanite Ray Peterson and his friends let their paranoia get the best of them when secretive new neighbors move in, suspecting them of evildoings and launching an investigation during Ray's vacation.

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