Question 1

Which director considered this film his best work?

Accepted Answer

John Cassavetes said in a 1978 television interview that this was the best film he had anything to do with.

Question 2

What tragic event triggers Myrtle Gordon's spiritual quest?

Accepted Answer

One night a car kills one of Myrtle's fans who is chasing her limousine trying to get her attention. Myrtle internalizes the accident and goes on a spiritual quest.

Question 3

Which famous filmmakers made cameo appearances in the opening night scene?

Accepted Answer

Peter Falk, Seymour Cassel, and Peter Bogdanovich all make cameos in the opening night scene.

Question 4

Which Spanish director paid homage to this film by recreating its accident scene?

Accepted Answer

Pedro Almodovar recreates the accident scene in his 1999 film 'All About My Mother' as the epicenter of the dramatic conflict.

Question 5

Which major film festivals featured this movie in 1978?

Accepted Answer

The film was featured at the Berlin International Film Festival and Locarno International Film Festival in 1978.

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