Question 1

How did Steven Spielberg help this film avoid a lawsuit from Universal Studios?

Accepted Answer

Steven Spielberg enjoyed the film so much that he convinced Universal Studios to drop a lawsuit against New World Pictures, which had alleged it was a parody of Jaws (1975).

Question 2

What sneaky trick did the filmmakers use to keep graphic footage in the theatrical release?

Accepted Answer

Director Joe Dante and producer Roger Corman submitted edited prints for an R rating, then reinserted the cut graphic footage into the final theatrical prints after certification.

Question 3

How were the piranha swarms created for the film's feeding frenzy scenes?

Accepted Answer

The production mounted rubber puppet fish onto underwater sticks and poles, which crew members moved rapidly to simulate the swarming attacks.

Question 4

What was significant about John Sayles' involvement with this project?

Accepted Answer

John Sayles wrote the screenplay, marking his professional script-writing debut, and used his earnings to help finance his own independent film ventures.

Question 5

What is the basic premise of Piranha?

Accepted Answer

Flesh-eating piranhas are accidentally released into a summer resort's rivers, where they attack the guests.

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