Question 1

Which famous director spotted an actor in this film and immediately wanted to cast him in Jurassic Park?

Accepted Answer

Steven Spielberg noticed Wayne Knight in Basic Instinct and stayed through the end credits to find his name, then cast him as Dennis Nedry in Jurassic Park.

Question 2

Why did it take months for Sharon Stone to be cast as Catherine Tramell?

Accepted Answer

Director Paul Verhoeven needed 3 months to convince the studio, producers, and Michael Douglas that Stone was best for the role, as she wasn't a marquee name at the time.

Question 3

Which major film festival featured Basic Instinct in 1992?

Accepted Answer

Basic Instinct was featured at the Cannes Film Festival in 1992.

Question 4

What controversial aspect of the film made many actresses turn down the role of Catherine?

Accepted Answer

Thirteen actresses turned down the role due to discomfort with the extensive nudity required, before Sharon Stone was offered the part.

Question 5

What unusual production choice was made for the film's intimate scenes?

Accepted Answer

No body doubles were used in any of the sex scenes in Basic Instinct.

Question 6

Which famous director spotted an actor in this film and immediately wanted to cast him in Jurassic Park?

Accepted Answer

Steven Spielberg noticed Wayne Knight in Basic Instinct and stayed through the end credits to find his name, leading to Knight being the first actor cast as Dennis Nedry in Jurassic Park (1993).

Question 7

Why was Sharon Stone not the studio's first choice to play Catherine Tramell?

Accepted Answer

Sharon Stone was director Paul Verhoeven's first choice, but it took him 3 months to convince others as she wasn't a marquee name. She was only offered the part after 13 actresses turned it down due to nudity concerns.

Question 8

What major festivals and awards recognized Basic Instinct?

Accepted Answer

The film was featured at the Cannes Film Festival (1992) and San Sebastián International Film Festival (2011), and was nominated for Golden Globes (1993) and Academy Awards (1993).

Question 9

What unusual production choice was made for the film's intimate scenes?

Accepted Answer

No body doubles were used in any of the sex scenes.

Question 10

What tension arose between director Paul Verhoeven and Michael Douglas during filming?

Accepted Answer

Verhoeven intensively coached Sharon Stone, who was nervous, while Douglas felt left out as Verhoeven thought the established actor didn't need such close attention.

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