Question 1

Why was 'The Killers' originally intended for television but ended up in theaters?

Accepted Answer

It was the first made-for-TV movie shot in color for NBC's 'Project 120', but due to its violence and sexual content, it was released in theaters instead.

Question 2

What unusual filming policy did director Don Siegel encounter at Universal during production?

Accepted Answer

Universal's policy was to shoot the last scene first. On that day, Lee Marvin arrived late and had been drinking, but his scenes without dialogue were used as shot.

Question 3

Which actor played a hit man investigating why his victim didn't try to escape?

Accepted Answer

Lee Marvin played Charlie Strom, a hit man who, with his partner, tries to find out why their victim Johnny North didn't try to get away.

Question 4

What connection does Virginia Christine's character have to the 1946 film adaptation of the same story?

Accepted Answer

Virginia Christine, who plays Miss Watson in this film, was also in 'The Killers' (1946), with both films based on Ernest Hemingway's short story.

Question 5

Despite having John Williams as composer, what music was used for the opening and end titles?

Accepted Answer

The opening and end title music used excerpts from 'Touch of Evil' (1958), scored by Henry Mancini, despite John Williams composing the film's score.

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