Question 1

Why was the role of Sheila Shea rewritten from an earth mother to a young singer-groupie?

Accepted Answer

Originally written for Sandy Dennis, co-star Paul Dooley was allergic to cats; Dennis brought cats to readings, causing hospitalization. Shelley Duvall turned it down, so Allan F. Nicholls rewrote the role for Marta Heflin.

Question 2

How did Paul Dooley discover he was cast in the film?

Accepted Answer

He did not find out until a friend told him it was mentioned in the show-business trade-paper 'Daily Variety'.

Question 3

What was the name of the band in the movie?

Accepted Answer

Keepin' 'Em Off the Streets.

Question 4

How many musical numbers does the film feature, and how were they designed?

Accepted Answer

The movie features twelve musical numbers designed to interweave in the story like the music pieces in Robert Altman's earlier film Nashville (1975).

Question 5

What is the synopsis of A Perfect Couple?

Accepted Answer

An uptight bachelor tries his luck with a computer dating service and gets matched up with his polar opposite.

A Perfect Couple

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