Question 1

Which earlier film provided footage for Al's dream sequence in The Dark Past?

Accepted Answer

The re-creation of Al's dream uses a few seconds of footage from Blind Alley (1939), specifically shots of the saloon and policemen.

Question 2

What Broadway play is The Dark Past based on?

Accepted Answer

The film is based on the play 'Blind Alley', which opened at the Booth Theatre in New York on September 24, 1935, and ran for 119 performances.

Question 3

Which actor was borrowed from Twentieth Century-Fox for this film?

Accepted Answer

Lee J. Cobb was borrowed from Twentieth Century-Fox for The Dark Past.

Question 4

Who was considered for the female lead in The Dark Past according to a 1948 article?

Accepted Answer

Veronica Lake was considered for the female lead, according to an article in the 10 May 1948 edition of Daily Variety.

Question 5

What cars are featured in The Dark Past?

Accepted Answer

Al Walker's car is a 1942 Mercury Eight Town Sedan, and Professor Linder drives a 1942 Mercury Eight Club Convertible.

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