Question 1

What unusual filming technique was used for the song 'If I Didn't Believe in You'?

Accepted Answer

The song 'If I Didn't Believe in You' was shot in one continuous camera move, with Jeremy Jordan singing it 14 times straight through.

Question 2

Which actress played a former stripper and had previously performed the lead role on stage?

Accepted Answer

Betsy Wolfe played the former stripper, having previously played the role of Cathy in the 2013 Off-Broadway revival of the musical.

Question 3

How did the film's composer draw inspiration for the story?

Accepted Answer

The film is loosely based on composer Jason Robert Brown's relationship with his first wife.

Question 4

Which international film festivals screened 'The Last Five Years'?

Accepted Answer

The film was screened at the Berlin International Film Festival and Chicago International Film Festival in 2014.

Question 5

What unique approach did the lead actors take to recording the musical numbers?

Accepted Answer

Anna Kendrick and Jeremy Jordan sang 11 of the 14 songs live in multiple takes due to camera setups, with Kendrick singing 'Still Hurting' 17 times over five setups.

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