Question 1

Who was originally cast as Mr. Brown before Richard Conte took the role?

Accepted Answer

Jack Palance was originally hired for the role of Mr. Brown but left the production after clashing with producers, then recommended Richard Conte as his replacement.

Question 2

What is the central conflict in 'The Big Combo'?

Accepted Answer

Police Lt. Leonard Diamond tries to bring a clever, well-connected, and sadistic gangster to justice while obsessing over the gangster's girlfriend.

Question 3

Which real-life relationship existed between two of the film's stars?

Accepted Answer

Jean Wallace, who played Susan, was married to co-star Cornel Wilde at the time of filming.

Question 4

What notable technical achievement features in two consecutive scenes?

Accepted Answer

The scene with Diamond and Bettini is one continuous shot lasting just over 5 minutes, followed by the antique shop scene which is also continuous at just under 5 minutes.

Question 5

Why is Mr. Brown's character name significant in the film's context?

Accepted Answer

Mr. Brown has no first name in the film, and his association with Italy/Italians plus Richard Conte's casting provide lines to read between, released shortly after Senate hearings exposing the American Mafia.

The Big Combo

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