Question 1

Why was the film shot without sound at the Brandenburg Gate?

Accepted Answer

During shooting at the Brandenburg Gate, which was inside the Russian zone, authorities erected a loudspeaker blaring communist propaganda, so scenes were shot without sound and voices were dubbed later.

Question 2

Which real locations were used in the film?

Accepted Answer

The film was made in occupied Germany, with all scenes photographed in real locations associated with the story, including episodes in the American, French, British, and Russian sectors of Berlin.

Question 3

What incident occurred between Montgomery Clift and Paul Douglas on set?

Accepted Answer

Paul Douglas, warned by John Wayne about Clift, stamped on Clift's foot after Clift deliberately leaned into a scene. Douglas threatened to break his foot, and they didn't speak for the rest of the shoot.

Question 4

How were military personnel cast in the film?

Accepted Answer

With the exception of Montgomery Clift and Paul Douglas, all military personnel in the film were actual US military members on duty in Germany at the time.

Question 5

What award did 'The Big Lift' receive?

Accepted Answer

The film received a Golden Globes (USA) award in 1951.

The Big Lift

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