Question 1

Why did the production of The Lives of a Bengal Lancer move to the hills around Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Paramount had planned to produce the film in 1931 and sent cinematographers to India for location shots, but much of the film stock deteriorated in boiling heat. When the film was made in 1934, much of the production took place in the hills surrounding Los Angeles.

Question 2

Which famous line from the film is often misremembered?

Accepted Answer

Douglass Dumbrille says, 'We have ways of making men talk,' but it is often remembered as 'We have ways of making you talk.'

Question 3

What criticism did the film receive regarding soldier behavior?

Accepted Answer

The film was criticized for showing soldiers not taking cover when under fire.

Question 4

Why was the film banned by Chinese censors?

Accepted Answer

Chinese censors banned it because it 'depicts the British downtrodding of Oriental races.' Despite fears it would negatively affect Muslims, it was later passed for exhibition in late January 1936.

Question 5

Which awards did The Lives of a Bengal Lancer receive?

Accepted Answer

The film won awards from the National Board of Review in 1935 and the Academy Awards in 1936.

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