Question 1

Who was the first woman to direct a multi-million dollar musical?

Accepted Answer

Nancy Walker directed 'Can't Stop the Music', making her the first woman to direct a multi-million dollar musical. She was signed to a three-picture contract that was rescinded when the film tanked.

Question 2

Which actress turned down the lead role to do Xanadu?

Accepted Answer

Olivia Newton-John was originally offered the lead role but turned it down to do 'Xanadu' (1980).

Question 3

What was unique about the film's $20 million budget spending?

Accepted Answer

Half of the film's $20 million budget was spent on a lavish worldwide publicity campaign that included spectacular openings across the United States and Europe.

Question 4

Who wrote the first draft of the script?

Accepted Answer

The first draft of the script was written by Bruce Vilanch.

Question 5

Which network started a tradition of airing this movie annually on January 1st?

Accepted Answer

The Nine Network in Australia started a long-standing tradition of airing this movie annually on January 1st after sneak previews were released in the U.S. and Australia.

Can't Stop the Music

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