Question 1

What real-life scandal is American Hustle based on?

Accepted Answer

The film is a fictionalized telling of the Abscam scandal of the late 1970s and early 1980s, an FBI operation that investigated political corruption.

Question 2

Which actor improvised so much that the director noted he hated plots?

Accepted Answer

Christian Bale improvised extensively, leading director David O. Russell to say, 'I hate plots. I am all about characters, that's it.'

Question 3

What surprising incident occurred between Robert De Niro and Christian Bale on set?

Accepted Answer

Robert De Niro didn't recognize Christian Bale after being introduced, requiring a re-introduction once convinced of his identity.

Question 4

Which festivals or awards recognized American Hustle in 2014?

Accepted Answer

It was featured at the Berlin International Film Festival and won awards including BAFTA, Golden Globes, and Academy Awards in 2014.

Question 5

Who plays the wild FBI agent in the film?

Accepted Answer

Bradley Cooper plays the character Richie DiMaso, the FBI agent who forces the conman and his partner into a sting operation.

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