Question 1

What real-life murder case loosely inspired 'Angel Face'?

Accepted Answer

The film was loosely inspired by the 1947 murders of Walter and Beulah Overall, whose 17-year-old daughter Beulah Louise Overall and her 21-year-old lover Bud Gollum were charged but acquitted after a 133-day trial.

Question 2

What dramatic on-set incident occurred between Robert Mitchum and director Otto Preminger?

Accepted Answer

After repeated re-takes where Preminger ordered Mitchum to slap Jean Simmons, Mitchum turned and slapped Preminger instead, asking if that was how he wanted it. Preminger demanded Mitchum be replaced, but producer Howard Hughes refused.

Question 3

Why did Howard Hughes personally persuade Otto Preminger to direct 'Angel Face'?

Accepted Answer

Preminger initially refused because he hated the script. Hughes personally picked him up and said, "I'm going to get even with that little bitch," referring to Jean Simmons, and promised Preminger a bonus if he finished shooting in 18 days before Simmons' contract expired.

Question 4

What was unusual about Jean Simmons' appearance in this film and why?

Accepted Answer

Simmons cut her hair off knowing Hughes preferred long-haired leading ladies, hoping to prevent him from using her before her contract expired. Instead, Hughes put her in this film and she wore a wig throughout.

Question 5

Which film festivals have featured 'Angel Face' in their programs?

Accepted Answer

The film was featured at the Berlin International Film Festival in both 1991 and 2006.

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