Question 1

Which film did Claudette Colbert consider her favorite?

Accepted Answer

Claudette Colbert said that 'Arise, My Love' was the favorite of all her films.

Question 2

How did Claudette Colbert manage to speak French with an American accent in the film?

Accepted Answer

Though French-born and fluent in French, Colbert deliberately spoke French with an American accent to portray an American character.

Question 3

What happened when the director insisted on real alcohol for a drunk scene?

Accepted Answer

Director Mitchell Leisen used a 'ghastly mixture' of creme de menthe and champagne. After four takes, Colbert and Walter Abel were so drunk they needed an ambulance.

Question 4

How did the film recreate the famous Parisian restaurant Maxim's?

Accepted Answer

Director Mitchell Leisen built an exact replica of Maxim's on a Paramount sound stage.

Question 5

What true story partly inspired 'Arise, My Love'?

Accepted Answer

It was partially based on Harold Edward Dahl's escape from Spanish prison. In reality, his wife pleaded for his release, and her beauty reportedly swayed Franco.

Arise, My Love

Customers also watched

Loved this film?

Share with others