Question 1

Which W.C. Fields segment was cut from the theatrical release?

Accepted Answer

W.C. Fields appeared in a chapter cut from the final theatrical version; it was restored to the 1996 VHS but deleted again on DVD.

Question 2

Why did Paul Robeson stop making movies after this film?

Accepted Answer

Robeson was disgusted with the stereotypical caricature of African-Americans and felt the film did not provide a realistic view of poor sharecroppers.

Question 3

Which four screen legends from AFI's 100 Stars list appear in this film?

Accepted Answer

The film features Henry Fonda, Ginger Rogers, Rita Hayworth, and Edward G. Robinson, the most from that list in any movie.

Question 4

What caused Rita Hayworth to giggle during love scenes with Charles Boyer?

Accepted Answer

Rita Hayworth was amused by Charles Boyer's thick French accent, causing her to giggle through their love scenes.

Question 5

How many screenwriters collaborated on the tales in this film?

Accepted Answer

Ten screenwriters collaborated on this series of tales concerning the effect of a cursed tailcoat.

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