Question 1

Which 'A Different World' cast members appear in The Inkwell?

Accepted Answer

Glynn Turman, Mary Alice, Joe Morton and Jada Pinkett Smith all had roles on 'A Different World.'

Question 2

Why did writer Trey Ellis use a pseudonym for The Inkwell?

Accepted Answer

Writer Trey Ellis hated the finished version of the film and had his name replaced with the fictitious Tom Ricostronza.

Question 3

What famous director visited the set of The Inkwell?

Accepted Answer

Jonathan Demme often visited the set and befriended young director Matty Rich.

Question 4

Which two actors from The Inkwell had previously played mother and son in 'The Women of Brewster Place'?

Accepted Answer

Phyllis Yvonne Stickney and Larenz Tate reunite after playing mother and son in 'The Women of Brewster Place' 5 years earlier.

Question 5

What other film from the same year features Jada Pinkett Smith and Suzanne Douglas?

Accepted Answer

Jada Pinkett Smith and Suzanne Douglas would go on to appear in Jason's Lyric the same year.

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