Question 1

What challenges did the crew face while filming in New York City?

Accepted Answer

The crew spent five days filming in New York City, facing rain and Frank Sinatra's popularity. To avoid crowds, they used taxis instead of limousines and hid cameras in a station wagon.

Question 2

What real-life contest inspired the 'Miss Turnstiles' competition in the film?

Accepted Answer

The 'Miss Turnstiles' contest was inspired by the real 'Miss Subways' beauty contest, which ran from 1941 to 1976 and featured posters of New York women in subway cars.

Question 3

Why was the word 'helluva' changed in the song 'New York, New York'?

Accepted Answer

The Breen Office refused to allow the word 'helluva' in the song 'New York, New York', so MGM changed it to 'wonderful'.

Question 4

What costume mishap occurred during Ann Miller's tap number to 'Prehistoric Man'?

Accepted Answer

Ann Miller's flared skirt brushed against a dinosaur skeleton during her tap spins, causing the entire exhibit to crash to the ground and halting filming while it was reassembled.

Question 5

What unusual wardrobe element did Frank Sinatra wear for his role?

Accepted Answer

Frank Sinatra wore prosthetic padding to fill out the seat of his uniform because he was very thin, and he was sensitive about this padding on set.

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