Question 1

Why did Christian Bale stop talking to Chris Rock on set?

Accepted Answer

Christian Bale stopped talking to Chris Rock on set because he claimed Rock was very funny, which made it hard for him to act.

Question 2

How did the cast's salaries compare to typical Hollywood rates?

Accepted Answer

Much of the cast worked for scale, with Christian Bale taking less than his typical $5 million fee while Rami Malek earned a six-figure salary.

Question 3

What real historical military unit does the film accurately depict?

Accepted Answer

The film accurately depicts the 369th Infantry Regiment, which fought in France in World War I and consisted of African Americans serving under mostly white officers.

Question 4

What was the inspiration for Christian Bale's performance in the film?

Accepted Answer

Christian Bale's performance was heavily modeled on the famed Peter Falk character Columbo.

Question 5

What real 1932 Washington DC event is referenced in the film?

Accepted Answer

The 1932 Bonus Army was a real Washington DC gathering of 43,000 demonstrators asking for promised military bonuses to be paid.

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