Question 1

How did Robert Roark get his role as the killer in Target Earth?

Accepted Answer

Robert Roark got his part because his father, a doctor in L.A., would only invest in the film if his son was given a part.

Question 2

Why do you never see more than one robot in a shot?

Accepted Answer

Only one robot costume was constructed for the film, used for all robot scenes, so you never see more than one member of the 'robot army' in a shot.

Question 3

How did the filmmakers achieve the deserted city scenes without permits?

Accepted Answer

The scenes showing the deserted city were filmed in downtown Los Angeles on Sunday mornings when the streets would be vacant, despite having no permits.

Question 4

What was the budget and final cost of Target Earth?

Accepted Answer

The film came in under budget, spending only $85,000 of the $100,000 allotted by its main investors DeLuxe Labs and Allied Artists.

Question 5

Which city is Richard Denning's character from, and why?

Accepted Answer

Richard Denning's character is from Detroit, which was also producer Herman Cohen's home city.

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