Question 1

Which famous architect designed the exterior of Alison Drake's house in Female?

Accepted Answer

The exterior of Alison Drake's house was shot on location at the Ennis-Wright House, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. It was later featured in House on Haunted Hill (1959).

Question 2

Why was Female banned from re-release after 1934?

Accepted Answer

After the Production Code crackdown in mid-1934, the film was placed on Joseph Breen's list of films never to be re-released. It sat untouched until the Breen Office ended in the 1950s.

Question 3

Why does the final film credit Michael Curtiz as director instead of William A. Wellman?

Accepted Answer

Wellman replaced original director William Dieterle, but when Wellman had to start directing College Coach (1933), Curtiz took over. Curtiz got the only directing credit in the final cut.

Question 4

What historical event is referenced by a sign advertising sandwiches 'with beer' in Female?

Accepted Answer

The sign advertises sandwiches 'with beer' in large letters. The 21st amendment ratifying the repeal of prohibition had been ratified just weeks before the film's release.

Question 5

Who plays the lead role of Alison Drake in Female?

Accepted Answer

Ruth Chatterton plays Alison Drake, the tough-minded executive of an automobile factory.

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