Question 1

Why did Romy Schneider agree to play Empress Elisabeth again after swearing off the role?

Accepted Answer

She only agreed as a favor to director Luchino Visconti, who was a very good friend of hers, despite feeling the character had ruined her career.

Question 2

What condition did Romy Schneider set for reprising her role as Empress Elisabeth?

Accepted Answer

She insisted the role avoid all usual clichés and allow her to portray Elisabeth as the cynical, disillusioned woman she was historically known to be.

Question 3

Which trilogy does Ludwig complete for director Luchino Visconti?

Accepted Answer

It's the final part of Visconti's German Trilogy, which also includes The Damned (1969) and Death in Venice (1971).

Question 4

What health issue affected director Luchino Visconti during filming?

Accepted Answer

Luchino Visconti suffered a stroke during the filming of Ludwig.

Question 5

Which actor did Luchino Visconti originally want to play Richard Wagner?

Accepted Answer

Director Luchino Visconti had wanted Laurence Olivier to play the role of Richard Wagner.

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