Question 1

Which real-life couple stars in Letter to Brezhnev?

Accepted Answer

Alexandra Pigg and Peter Firth, who play Elaine and Peter, are married in real life.

Question 2

How quickly was the script written and the film shot?

Accepted Answer

The script was written in only two weeks and the film was shot in three weeks.

Question 3

What does Elaine write in her letter to Brezhnev?

Accepted Answer

She writes that she met and fell in love with a Russian sailor, Peter Mayakovsky, and asks for help to be with him, stating she doesn't believe what they are told about Russia.

Question 4

Where was the world premiere held and why was the venue unusual?

Accepted Answer

The world premiere was in October 1985 at the Knowsley (Kirkby) council's offices, adapted because Kirkby had no cinema at the time.

Question 5

Which festivals and awards was Letter to Brezhnev associated with?

Accepted Answer

It received a BAFTA Award in 1986 and was featured at the Venice Film Festival in 1985.

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