Question 1

What unusual condition did Gene Wilder set for playing Willy Wonka?

Accepted Answer

Gene Wilder agreed to play Willy Wonka only if he could limp and then suddenly somersault when first meeting the children, to make his character's truthfulness ambiguous from then on.

Question 2

How did the child actors from the film stay connected over the years?

Accepted Answer

Peter Ostrum and the other child actors have remained close and regularly attend fan conventions together.

Question 3

What did Peter Ostrum change on his social media after Gene Wilder's death?

Accepted Answer

After Gene Wilder died in 2016, Peter Ostrum updated his social media profile to 'Former child actor, veterinarian, inherited a chocolate factory on August 29, 2016.'

Question 4

Which major award ceremonies recognized the film in 1972?

Accepted Answer

The film was recognized at the Golden Globes and Academy Awards in 1972.

Question 5

What challenge did actor Ernst Ziegler face during filming due to his vision?

Accepted Answer

Ernst Ziegler, who played Grandpa George, was nearly blind from World War I poison gas, so he was guided by a red light for direction in scenes.

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