Question 1

What real-life American Idol contestant inspired a character in the film?

Accepted Answer

Steven Clark was based on real American Idol contestant William Hung, whose viral audition was mocked while he believed he was being cheered on.

Question 2

Which festivals screened God Bless America?

Accepted Answer

It screened at the Edinburgh International Film Festival and SXSW Film Festival in 2012, and the Toronto International Film Festival in 2011.

Question 3

What is the shared mission of Frank and Roxy in the story?

Accepted Answer

Fed up with American culture's cruelty and stupidity, Frank and Roxy go on a killing spree targeting reality TV stars, bigots, and others they find repugnant.

Question 4

How did Bobcat Goldthwait come to write the script?

Accepted Answer

Bobcat Goldthwait wrote the script as a Christmas present for his wife.

Question 5

What film reference is made during the AK-47 purchase scene?

Accepted Answer

The dealer's description of the AK-47 mirrors Samuel L. Jackson's line in Quentin Tarantino's Jackie Brown (1997).

Question 6

What real-life American Idol contestant inspired a character in the film?

Accepted Answer

Steven Clark was based on real American Idol contestant William Hung, whose viral audition was mocked while he believed people were cheering him on.

Question 7

Which film festivals featured God Bless America?

Accepted Answer

The film was an official selection at the Edinburgh International Film Festival (2012), SXSW Film Festival (2012), and Toronto International Film Festival (2011).

Question 8

What unusual Christmas present did Bobcat Goldthwait create for his wife?

Accepted Answer

Bobcat Goldthwait wrote the script for God Bless America as a Christmas present for his wife.

Question 9

What fictional police precinct connection appears in the film?

Accepted Answer

Alison's fiancé Brad is a police officer in the fictional 53rd Precinct, which references the classic comedy Car 54, Where Are You? (1961).

Question 10

What shared pop culture misconception do Frank and Roxy discuss?

Accepted Answer

Roxy incorrectly claims Alice Cooper pioneered cross-dressing and makeup before David Bowie, though Bowie and The New York Dolls actually preceded him.

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