Question 1

How did Robin Williams test the believability of his Mrs. Doubtfire disguise during filming?

Accepted Answer

According to one biography, Robin Williams went as Mrs. Doubtfire into an adult bookstore and made a purchase without being recognized.

Question 2

What happened during the tea-serving scene with Mrs. Sellner that wasn't planned?

Accepted Answer

The heat from the set lights melted the icing on Robin Williams' face, and he improvised the bulk of that scene.

Question 3

Why did director Chris Columbus use multiple cameras when filming Robin Williams?

Accepted Answer

Chris Columbus used two or three cameras at a time because he was uncertain what the famously improvisational actor would come up with, viewing it like making a documentary.

Question 4

What major awards ceremonies recognized Mrs. Doubtfire?

Accepted Answer

Mrs. Doubtfire was recognized at the Golden Globes (1994), Academy Awards (1994), and BAFTA Awards (1995).

Question 5

What is the central conflict that drives the story of Mrs. Doubtfire?

Accepted Answer

Loving but irresponsible dad Daniel Hillard, estranged from his spouse, is crushed by a court order allowing only weekly visits with his kids, leading him to disguise himself as a British nanny to see them more.

Question 6

How did Robin Williams test the believability of his Mrs. Doubtfire disguise during filming?

Accepted Answer

According to one biography, Robin Williams went as Mrs. Doubtfire into an adult bookstore and made a purchase without being recognized.

Question 7

Why did director Chris Columbus use multiple cameras when filming Robin Williams' scenes?

Accepted Answer

Chris Columbus used two or three cameras at a time because he was uncertain what the famously improvisational actor would come up with, viewing it like making a documentary.

Question 8

What happened during the tea scene with Mrs. Sellner that wasn't planned?

Accepted Answer

The heat from the set lights melted the icing on Robin Williams' face during the tea scene, and he improvised the bulk of that scene.

Question 9

Which major award ceremonies recognized Mrs. Doubtfire?

Accepted Answer

Mrs. Doubtfire was recognized at the Golden Globes (1994), Academy Awards (1994), and BAFTA Awards (1995).

Question 10

What is the central conflict that drives Daniel Hillard's actions in Mrs. Doubtfire?

Accepted Answer

Daniel Hillard, estranged from his spouse and crushed by a court order allowing only weekly visits with his kids, disguises himself as a British nanny to become his children's housekeeper.

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