Question 1

Which famous director turned down the chance to direct The Bad Seed?

Accepted Answer

Alfred Hitchcock turned down the chance to direct the film.

Question 2

What eerie visual detail in the film complements its psychodrama story?

Accepted Answer

Creepy-looking cameos on the walls, like Rohrschach blots, include one of a woman holding a baby or doll at arms length in a menacing way.

Question 3

How did Patty McCormack's Oscar nomination impact awards for young actors?

Accepted Answer

Patty McCormack's Oscar nomination marked one of the first times a child actress was nominated, beginning the trend of including young actors in the nomination process.

Question 4

What connection does the film have to its Broadway production?

Accepted Answer

Nancy Kelly, Patty McCormack, Eileen Heckart, Evelyn Varden, Henry Jones, and Joan Croydon all recreated their stage roles in the movie version.

Question 5

What award did The Bad Seed win at the Golden Globes?

Accepted Answer

The film won a Golden Globe award in 1957.

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