Question 1

Why does The Package feature Chicago locations despite being set worldwide?

Accepted Answer

Nearly all of the film, including scenes set in Washington and Germany, were filmed in the area of director Andrew Davis' hometown of Chicago, Illinois.

Question 2

What creative tension arose between Tommy Lee Jones and Gene Hackman during filming?

Accepted Answer

Gene Hackman preferred a 'less-is-more' acting approach, leading to trimmed scenes that annoyed Tommy Lee Jones, who felt his role was being sacrificed.

Question 3

How did the original script for The Package differ from the final film?

Accepted Answer

The original script had the same political conspiracy story but was set entirely inside an Army base. Director Andrew Davis expanded the scope to multiple locales.

Question 4

Which actor campaigned hard for the role of Airborne Ranger Thomas Boyette?

Accepted Answer

Kris Kristofferson campaigned hard to get the role of Airborne Ranger Thomas Boyette.

Question 5

What is the central conflict in The Package?

Accepted Answer

Experienced Green Beret sergeant Johnny Gallagher must risk life and limb to catch escaped prisoner Airborne Ranger Thomas Boyette while escorting him back to the US.

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