Question 1

What is the film 'Hunger' about?

Accepted Answer

It tells the story of Bobby Sands, an IRA member who led the 1981 hunger strike during The Troubles, where Irish Republican prisoners sought political status.

Question 2

Which festivals did 'Hunger' screen at in 2008?

Accepted Answer

It was an official selection at Cannes Film Festival, Toronto International Film Festival, Venice Film Festival, AFI Fest, and BFI London Film Festival, among others.

Question 3

What is notable about the 17-minute continuous shot in 'Hunger'?

Accepted Answer

It features an unbroken 17 minute 10 second shot where Father Dominic Moran tries to dissuade Bobby Sands from the hunger strike, with the camera fixed in one position.

Question 4

How did Michael Fassbender prepare for his role as Bobby Sands?

Accepted Answer

He underwent a medically monitored crash diet to accurately portray the hunger-striking IRA member.

Question 5

What detail hints at the medical attendant's loyalist sympathies in the film?

Accepted Answer

The attendant has 'UDA' tattooed on his left hand, referring to the Ulster Defence Association, a loyalist paramilitary group.

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