Question 1

Why was the George Smiley character dropped from the film adaptation?

Accepted Answer

The popular and famous John le Carré character of George Smiley, who appears in the novel, was dropped from this adaptation.

Question 2

Which actor's voice was dubbed in the film?

Accepted Answer

The voice of Christopher Jones was dubbed.

Question 3

What did Anthony Hopkins later say about his experience on this film?

Accepted Answer

Sir Anthony Hopkins later said: 'It was a very strange film, not helped for me, because it was a deeply unhappy period of my life... I enjoyed working with Sir Ralph Richardson, though.'

Question 4

Which radio network produced a 2009 radio play of the novel featuring George Smiley?

Accepted Answer

A radio play of John le Carré's novel was produced and broadcast by Radio 4 in 2009, with Simon Russell Beale as George Smiley.

Question 5

What festival was this film presented at in 1991?

Accepted Answer

The film was presented at the Berlin International Film Festival in 1991.

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