Question 1

Why did the filmmaker and screenwriter later express regret about making this film?

Accepted Answer

Both Luc Besson and Rebecca Frayn regretted making the film following Aung San Suu Kyi's controversial reign and her defense of the Rohingya genocide.

Question 2

What unusual incident occurred when Michelle Yeoh arrived in Rangoon Airport for this film?

Accepted Answer

In June 2011, Michelle Yeoh landed in Rangoon Airport and was deported the same day, with a Burmese official later saying she was blacklisted from entering Burma.

Question 3

How did Michelle Yeoh prepare for her role as Aung San Suu Kyi?

Accepted Answer

Michelle Yeoh studied 200 hours of video of Suu Kyi and learned Burmese for the role.

Question 4

Which major international festivals screened this film?

Accepted Answer

The film was screened at AFI Fest, Stockholm International Film Festival, and Toronto International Film Festival in 2011.

Question 5

What is the central relationship explored in the story of Aung San Suu Kyi?

Accepted Answer

The story focuses on Aung San Suu Kyi's role in Burma's democracy movement and her relationship with her husband, writer Michael Aris.

Question 6

Why did the filmmaker and screenwriter later express regret about making this biopic?

Accepted Answer

Both Luc Besson and Rebecca Frayn stated they regretted making the film following Aung San Suu Kyi's controversial reign and her defense of the Rohingya genocide.

Question 7

What unusual research did Michelle Yeoh undertake to portray Aung San Suu Kyi?

Accepted Answer

Michelle Yeoh studied 200 hours of video of Suu Kyi and learned Burmese for the role.

Question 8

What happened when Michelle Yeoh arrived in Burma during production?

Accepted Answer

In June 2011, Michelle Yeoh landed in Rangoon Airport and was deported the same day, with a Burmese official later saying she was blacklisted from entering Burma.

Question 9

Which major international film festivals screened this movie in 2011?

Accepted Answer

The film was screened at AFI Fest, Stockholm International Film Festival, and Toronto International Film Festival in 2011.

Question 10

What central relationship drives the story of Aung San Suu Kyi in this film?

Accepted Answer

The film focuses on Aung San Suu Kyi's role in Burma's democracy movement and her relationship with her husband, writer Michael Aris.

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