Question 1

Which world leader reportedly watched this film 83 times?

Accepted Answer

Sir Winston Churchill reportedly watched it 83 times and called it his favorite movie.

Question 2

What real historical injury did Admiral Nelson suffer that explains his eye condition in the film?

Accepted Answer

Nelson was permanently blinded in his left eye by sand and gravel from a projectile at the Siege of Calvi in 1793. He often wore a visor, not an eye patch.

Question 3

How did starring in this film help Vivien Leigh and Laurence Olivier financially after a personal setback?

Accepted Answer

Their salaries enabled them to return to Britain after losing money on a disastrous US tour of "Romeo and Juliet." Leigh's bonus helped send her family to Canada.

Question 4

Why were scenes showing Emma Hamilton destitute added to the beginning and end of the film?

Accepted Answer

These 'bookends' were a late addition to appease censor Joseph Breen and show adultery being punished.

Question 5

What was unique about this film for married stars Vivien Leigh and Laurence Olivier?

Accepted Answer

It was the only film they made during their marriage, though they had previously appeared together in two other Alexander Korda productions.

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