Question 1

What unusual technique was used to make Mirkwood appear sickly in the film?

Accepted Answer

Nearly all color was drained from the footage, requiring mushrooms and lichens to be painted neon to remain visible, and actors' faces painted unusually red.

Question 2

Which cameo did Peter Jackson film for this movie that was ultimately cut?

Accepted Answer

Jackson filmed a cameo as a Lake Town spy who hid in a basket and signaled with bird calls, but co-producer Philippa Boyens vetoed the scene.

Question 3

What happened during the barrel escape scene filming that upset Martin Freeman?

Accepted Answer

Several cast members relieved themselves in the water tank during long shoots, and Freeman was furious because Bilbo swallows much of that water in the scene.

Question 4

Why did Ian McKellen exclaim 'This is not why I became an actor!' during filming?

Accepted Answer

He spent hours isolated in a box with only a microphone and pictures of Dwarves for scale effects, which upset him, and his microphone broadcast the comment to the set.

Question 5

What awards did 'The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug' receive nominations or wins for?

Accepted Answer

It was recognized at the BAFTA Awards and Academy Awards in 2014.

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