Question 1

What real-life historical events inspired Robert Louis Stevenson's story that became this film?

Accepted Answer

The story was inspired by actual events in 19th century England and Edinburgh, specifically the West Port murders of 1828, where bodies were sold to medical schools due to cadaver shortages.

Question 2

Which classic RKO film's sets were reused for the exterior scenes in this movie?

Accepted Answer

The exterior scenes were filmed on sets originally constructed for RKO's 1939 film 'The Hunchback of Notre Dame'.

Question 3

Why does the cabman Gray hold a grudge against Dr. MacFarlane in the story?

Accepted Answer

Gray, a former medical student convicted of grave robbery, resents Dr. MacFarlane who escaped detection and punishment for similar activities.

Question 4

What significant milestone did this film represent for horror icons Boris Karloff and Bela Lugosi?

Accepted Answer

This film featured the 8th and final on-screen teaming of Boris Karloff and Bela Lugosi, with filming occurring between October and November 1944.

Question 5

How did Boris Karloff feel about working opposite classically trained actor Henry Daniell?

Accepted Answer

Boris Karloff grew nervous when he discovered he would be working opposite the classically trained Henry Daniell, hoping he could do a good job in his title role.

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