Question 1

Which film marked James Stewart's last feature before semi-retirement?

Accepted Answer

Fools' Parade (1971) was the last feature film James Stewart made before his television series and semi-retirement.

Question 2

Why did James Stewart have to work in short bursts during filming?

Accepted Answer

The imitation glass eye Stewart wore caused discomfort, limiting him to no more than 20 minutes of work at a time.

Question 3

What real locations were used in the film?

Accepted Answer

The bank used was a real bank four blocks from West Virginia State Penitentiary. Filming took place in Moundsville, WV, hometown of author Davis Grubb.

Question 4

Who played the character Mattie Appleyard?

Accepted Answer

James Stewart played Mattie Appleyard in Fools' Parade.

Question 5

What conflict drives the story of Fools' Parade?

Accepted Answer

Ex-convict Mattie Appleyard and his trio hope to open a store with money saved during his 40-year sentence, but face resistance from a corrupt prison official and a banker.

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