Question 1

Why did Sam Peckinpah claim the screenplay was ruined?

Accepted Answer

Sam Peckinpah later claimed that his screenplay had been ruined by the miscasting of all three of the leading cast members.

Question 2

Who replaced Sam Peckinpah as director?

Accepted Answer

Sam Peckinpah was the original director but was later replaced by Arnold Laven.

Question 3

What happened to Peckinpah's house during preparation for the film?

Accepted Answer

Sam Peckinpah's Malibu house was destroyed by a gigantic fire during preparation, and he risked his life to save the script from the fire.

Question 4

Which actress auditioned and was told it was the worst reading ever?

Accepted Answer

Linda Evans auditioned for a part; director Arnold Laven told her, "That was the worst reading I ever heard," but later cast her in The Big Valley.

Question 5

How accurate is the film's depiction of the Battle of the Little Bighorn?

Accepted Answer

The movie is a fairly accurate depiction of the Battle of the Little Bighorn, with only the regiment name and key players changed.

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