Question 1

What real-life experiences inspired Magic Mike?

Accepted Answer

The film is loosely based on Channing Tatum's experiences as a male exotic dancer before becoming a movie star.

Question 2

How was the film's budget financed and how successful was it?

Accepted Answer

The $6.5 million budget was self-financed by Channing Tatum and Steven Soderbergh. The Warner Bros.-distributed film earned over $167 million worldwide.

Question 3

Were dance or body doubles used for the stripping scenes?

Accepted Answer

No dance or body doubles were used at any time—all actors did their own dancing and stripping in the film.

Question 4

Which international film festival screened Magic Mike in 2012?

Accepted Answer

Magic Mike was screened at the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival and Locarno International Film Festival in 2012.

Question 5

What is the central relationship in Magic Mike's story?

Accepted Answer

Mike, an experienced stripper, takes a younger performer called The Kid under his wing and schools him in partying, picking up women, and making easy money.

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