Question 1

What real-life preparation did Jennifer Connelly do for her role in Only the Brave?

Accepted Answer

Jennifer Connelly spent time with the real-life Amanda Marsh to prepare for playing her character.

Question 2

What unusual instrument do the firefighters use to measure humidity in the film?

Accepted Answer

They use a sling psychrometer, which has dry and wet thermometers spun to measure humidity, part of a weather kit including a slide rule, chart, wind meter, and compass.

Question 3

Did any cast members have prior firefighting experience before making Only the Brave?

Accepted Answer

Josh Brolin had been a volunteer firefighter near Tucson, AZ, and knew firefighters who were acquainted with some Granite Mountain Hotshots.

Question 4

What personal item from the real Amanda Marsh did Jennifer Connelly wear in the movie?

Accepted Answer

Jennifer Connelly wore the actual boots belonging to the real Amanda Marsh during filming.

Question 5

What major lawsuit occurred during the filming of Only the Brave?

Accepted Answer

A mobile crane operator was crushed under a 3000lb camera during filming and later won a $66 million verdict, more than double the film's worldwide gross.

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