Question 1

Why did the director make the actors wear oversized shoes in Eagle vs Shark?

Accepted Answer

Director Taika Waititi had Jemaine Clement and Loren Taylor wear shoes that were too big to make them appear more clumsy.

Question 2

How did a casting decision change a character's gender in the film?

Accepted Answer

Taika Waititi was so impressed by actress Morag Hills that he changed Jarrod's child from a son to a daughter so she could play the role of Vinny.

Question 3

What unusual training method was used for Jemaine Clement's character to prepare for a fight?

Accepted Answer

Jemaine Clement was told not to 'buff up' and instead ate ice cream and used alternative training methods to appear ridiculous and amusing for his character Jarrod's fight preparation.

Question 4

Which festivals featured Eagle vs Shark in 2007?

Accepted Answer

The film was shown at the Cleveland International Film Festival, San Francisco International Film Festival, SXSW Film Festival, Berlin International Film Festival, and International Film Festival Rotterdam in 2007.

Question 5

What is the central conflict that drives Lily and Jarrod's journey in Eagle vs Shark?

Accepted Answer

Lily accompanies Jarrod to his hometown so he can settle an old score with a past school bully, as they develop a romantic connection.

Question 6

What unusual direction did Taika Waititi give to Jemaine Clement and Loren Taylor for their performances?

Accepted Answer

Taika Waititi made Jemaine Clement and Loren Taylor wear shoes that were too big so they would be more clumsy.

Question 7

How did Morag Hills' casting affect the character of Jarrod's child?

Accepted Answer

Director/writer Taika Waititi was so impressed by Morag Hills that he changed Jarrod's child from a son to a girl so she could play the role.

Question 8

What real-life connection exists between a Meaty Boy staff member and one of the main actors?

Accepted Answer

Miranda Manasiadis, who portrays a Meaty Boy staff member with long blond hair, is Jemaine Clement's wife.

Question 9

What unconventional training method was used for Jemaine Clement's character preparing for a fight?

Accepted Answer

Jemaine Clement was told not to 'buff up' for his character's fight preparation, so instead he ate ice cream and used alternative methods that would appear ridiculous and amusing.

Question 10

Which film festivals was Eagle vs Shark selected for in 2007?

Accepted Answer

The film was selected for Cleveland International Film Festival, San Francisco International Film Festival, SXSW Film Festival, Berlin International Film Festival, and International Film Festival Rotterdam in 2007.

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