Question 1

Why was filming in Indianapolis difficult for Clark Gable?

Accepted Answer

Indianapolis had been the last stop on a war bond tour in 1942 for his second wife, Carole Lombard, before her plane crashed, killing everyone on board. Gable never recovered from that loss.

Question 2

What famous photograph was taken of Barbara Stanwyck at the Indianapolis Speedway?

Accepted Answer

There's a famous photograph of Barbara Stanwyck in Victory Lane giving the 1950 Indy 500 winner, Johnnie Parsons, an enthusiastic congratulatory kiss.

Question 3

What inside joke appears in a newspaper close-up in the film?

Accepted Answer

At 20:26, a close-up shows the Sports Final section of the Bainsville daily paper. Under Barbara Stanwyck's photograph, three pictures of MGM contract stars (Kathryn Grayson, Walter Pidgeon, Gene Kelly) are shown, likely an inside joke.

Question 4

Which future famous stunt driver appears in Clark Gable's pit crew?

Accepted Answer

A young Bill Hickman, who later became famous as the driver of the black Dodge Charger chased by Steve McQueen in Bullitt (1968), appears as a member of Clark Gable's pit crew.

Question 5

What conflict drives the relationship between Mike Brannon and Regina Forbes?

Accepted Answer

Mike Brannon is a ruthless midget car racer booed by fans. Reporter Regina Forbes is put off by his chauvinism and her articles make him a pariah after his tactics cause a driver's death. Later, they become mutually attracted.

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