Question 1

What is the connection between the oversized chess set in this film and the Lewis Chessmen?

Accepted Answer

Petersen's oversized chess set is loosely based on the 12th-century Lewis Chessmen found in the Outer Hebrides, Scotland, in 1831. The original pieces are at the British Museum and the National Museum of Scotland.

Question 2

Which James Bond actor was director Terence Young's first choice for Dr. No, and who appears in this film?

Accepted Answer

Richard Johnson, who leads the cast in this film, was Terence Young's first choice to play James Bond when casting Dr. No (1962).

Question 3

What chess opening is played in the film's chess game?

Accepted Answer

The first several moves are: 1. P-K4 P-K4 2. N-KB3 N-QB3 3. N-QB3 N-KB3, which is the Four Knights Game, known for usually ending in a draw.

Question 4

Who dubbed Sylva Koscina's voice in this film?

Accepted Answer

Sylva Koscina, playing Penelope, was dubbed by Nikki Van der Zyl.

Question 5

Which actress was considered for the role of Tatiana Romanova in From Russia with Love and appears in this film?

Accepted Answer

Sylva Koscina had previously been considered for the role of Tatiana Romanova in the James Bond film From Russia with Love (1963).

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