Question 1

What real-life classified ad inspired Safety Not Guaranteed?

Accepted Answer

The film is based on a 1997 classified ad from Backwoods Home Magazine, written by employee John Silveira who appears as 'Time Travel Consultant' and has a cameo. The ad later became an Internet meme.

Question 2

Which festivals did Safety Not Guaranteed screen at in 2012?

Accepted Answer

It screened at Sundance Film Festival, SXSW Film Festival, and Stockholm International Film Festival in 2012.

Question 3

How long did it take to film Safety Not Guaranteed?

Accepted Answer

The film was shot in 4 weeks, with Mark Duplass completing all his scenes in the first 2 weeks due to schedule conflicts.

Question 4

Which Grammy-nominated musician makes a cameo appearance in the film?

Accepted Answer

Wesley Schultz, lead singer of The Lumineers, appears in the elevator scene at the beginning when Darius is heading to work.

Question 5

What magazine assignment sets the story in motion?

Accepted Answer

Three magazine employees investigate a classified ad placed by a man seeking a companion for time travel.

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