Question 1

Which two films did Charlton Heston complete back-to-back, and who was his co-star?

Accepted Answer

Three Violent People was produced immediately after Heston finished The Ten Commandments (1956) and reunited him with co-star Anne Baxter.

Question 2

Why did Charlton Heston initially doubt the casting of Tom Tryon as his brother?

Accepted Answer

Heston felt Tom Tryon was not right for the part, but because The Ten Commandments had not yet been released, he lacked the clout to demand cast changes. Later, Heston admitted Tryon was very good in the role.

Question 3

What personal touch did Charlton Heston bring to the set decor in Three Violent People?

Accepted Answer

In one scene, two portraits over a mantelpiece were painted from photos of Heston's grandparents to bear a family resemblance.

Question 4

Who plays the one-armed brother in Three Violent People?

Accepted Answer

Tom Tryon plays Beauregard 'Cinch' Saunders, the one-armed brother of Colt Saunders (Charlton Heston).

Question 5

What is the central conflict in Three Violent People?

Accepted Answer

A rancher, his shady bride, and his one-armed brother fight amid carpetbaggers in Texas.

Three Violent People

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