Question 1

What famous prop from a 1941 film appears in 'Illegal'?

Accepted Answer

In the scene where Edward G. Robinson's character enters the office of DA Ralph Ford, the Maltese Falcon from John Huston's 1941 film can be seen on the barrister's bookcase.

Question 2

Whose art collection was used in 'Illegal' and what was its value?

Accepted Answer

Frank Garland's Impressionist art collection was loaned by Edward G. Robinson. It included works by Gaugin, Degas, Duran, and Gladys Lloyd, insured for $213,000 ($2.44M in 2023).

Question 3

Which actress's vocals were dubbed in 'Illegal'?

Accepted Answer

Jayne Mansfield's vocals were dubbed by Bonnie Lou Williams.

Question 4

What real-life lawyer inspired the main character in 'Illegal'?

Accepted Answer

The main character is loosely based on Bill 'The Great Mouthpiece' Fallon, a famous criminal defense attorney of the 1920s who defended gambler Arnold Rothstein in the Black Sox fix.

Question 5

How is 'Illegal' connected to two earlier films from the 1930s and 1940s?

Accepted Answer

'Illegal' is a remake of 1940's 'The Man Who Talked Too Much,' which is itself a remake of 1932's 'The Mouthpiece.' It is the only version never to leave Warner Bros. ownership.

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