Question 1

Why did Doris Day consider 'Caprice' one of her least-favorite films?

Accepted Answer

In her autobiography, Doris Day wrote that this was one of her least-favorite films, along with three others her husband Martin Melcher signed her to without her consent.

Question 2

What role did Doris Day turn down to make 'Caprice'?

Accepted Answer

To make 'Caprice,' Martin Melcher turned down Mike Nichols' offer for Day to play Mrs. Robinson in 'The Graduate' (1967), which became a massive hit.

Question 3

Which cinematographer has a cameo in 'Caprice'?

Accepted Answer

The film's renowned cinematographer Leon Shamroy has a cameo as himself at roughly the 14-minute mark.

Question 4

How did Frank Tashlin incorporate his own home into the film?

Accepted Answer

Director Frank Tashlin used his own Laurel Canyon home as a location, in this instance as Si Long's house.

Question 5

What discovery was made about Martin Melcher's handling of Doris Day's finances after his death?

Accepted Answer

Upon his death, it was discovered that Melcher had lost millions of Day's money in unwise investments, leaving her essentially penniless.

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