Question 1

What real-life event interrupted filming of the courtroom scenes?

Accepted Answer

The 6.7 Northridge, California earthquake hit during courtroom filming. Kevin Bacon took refuge under a table while a crystal chandelier swung overhead, and the warehouse studio was later condemned.

Question 2

Who was originally cast as Mr. Henkin but didn't show up for filming?

Accepted Answer

Oliver Stone was originally cast as Mr. Henkin but didn't show up on filming day. Stephen Tobolowsky was called just hours before shooting to take over the role.

Question 3

Which real-life attorneys defended Henri Young, and what was their strategy?

Accepted Answer

Henri Young's defense was handled by San Francisco attorneys Sol A. Abrams and James Martin MacInnes. They argued temporary insanity due to brutal Alcatraz treatment, leading to an involuntary manslaughter verdict.

Question 4

Who plays the prostitute Blanche who visits Henri Young in prison?

Accepted Answer

Blanche, the prostitute who visits Henri Young in prison, is played by Kyra Sedgwick, who is Kevin Bacon's real-life wife.

Question 5

What physical transformation did Kevin Bacon undergo for his role?

Accepted Answer

Kevin Bacon lost twenty pounds to play inmate Henri Young in the film.

Question 6

What real-life earthquake interrupted filming of the courtroom scenes?

Accepted Answer

The 6.7 Northridge, California earthquake hit during courtroom filming. Kevin Bacon took refuge under a table while a crystal chandelier swung overhead, and the warehouse studio was later condemned.

Question 7

How much weight did Kevin Bacon lose for his role as Henri Young?

Accepted Answer

Kevin Bacon lost twenty pounds to play inmate Henri Young.

Question 8

Which real-life actor was originally cast as Mr. Henkin but didn't show up for filming?

Accepted Answer

Oliver Stone was originally cast as Mr. Henkin but didn't show up on filming day. Stephen Tobolowsky was called hours before shooting to take over the role.

Question 9

Who plays the prostitute Blanche who visits Henri Young in prison?

Accepted Answer

Blanche is played by Kyra Sedgwick, who is Kevin Bacon's real-life wife.

Question 10

What was the real-life outcome of Henri Young's murder trial?

Accepted Answer

In real life, Henri Young's attorneys argued temporary insanity due to brutal Alcatraz treatment. The jury returned an involuntary manslaughter verdict because prison officials refused to provide details about prisoner treatment.

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