Question 1

What surprising behind-the-scenes detail is revealed about the beach video scene?

Accepted Answer

The video of George and young Sam playing in the surf was shot by Kevin Kline's wife, Phoebe Cates, who videotaped Kevin and their son Owen on a beach in Bermuda.

Question 2

What happened to the featured house after filming wrapped?

Accepted Answer

Costume Designer Molly Maginnis led a group that had the house dismantled, reconstructed, and enlarged to become a library for Kenter Canyon school in Brentwood, California, opening in April 2004.

Question 3

Which actor made their theatrical movie debut in this film?

Accepted Answer

Ian Somerhalder made his theatrical movie debut playing the character Josh.

Question 4

What physical transformation did Kevin Kline undergo for his role, and why?

Accepted Answer

Kevin Kline lost about twenty-five pounds through dieting and training to make the audience think his character George was getting sicker, though he wasn't actually ill.

Question 5

Which major film festivals recognized this movie?

Accepted Answer

The film was featured at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2001 and received recognition from the National Board of Review in 2001 and Golden Globes in 2002.

Question 6

What happened to the house featured in the film after filming wrapped?

Accepted Answer

The house was dismantled, reconstructed, and enlarged to become a library for the Kenter Canyon school in Brentwood, California, opening in April 2004.

Question 7

Which actress was strongly considered for the role of Alyssa Beck but ultimately didn't get the part?

Accepted Answer

Lindsay Lohan, who was fourteen at the time, screentested for the role, but filmmakers chose Jena Malone instead, wanting someone slightly older.

Question 8

How did Kevin Kline physically transform for his role as George Monroe?

Accepted Answer

Kevin Kline lost about twenty-five pounds through dieting and training to make his character appear sicker, though he was not actually ill.

Question 9

Which festivals or awards recognized 'Life as a House'?

Accepted Answer

The film was featured at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2001 and received awards from the Golden Globes, National Board of Review, and Actor Awards in 2001-2002.

Question 10

Who shot the video of George and young Sam playing in the surf?

Accepted Answer

Kevin Kline's wife, Phoebe Cates, videotaped Kevin and their son Owen on the beach in Bermuda for that scene.

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