Question 1

Where was 'The Ruins' actually filmed despite its Mexican jungle setting?

Accepted Answer

The film was shot primarily in Australia during winter, with actors wearing heavy coats between takes and using water and olive oil to simulate sweat.

Question 2

What significant change did director Carter Smith suggest for the film adaptation of the novel?

Accepted Answer

Director Carter Smith suggested changing the setting from just a vine-covered hill to an ancient Mayan temple, which writer Scott B. Smith agreed with.

Question 3

How did Laura Ramsey prepare for her role in 'The Ruins'?

Accepted Answer

Laura Ramsey talked to nurses who treated psychiatric ward patients to understand mannerisms of people who felt something was overtaking their body.

Question 4

What was the unusual timing of Carter Smith's involvement with 'The Ruins' adaptation?

Accepted Answer

Carter Smith had just purchased and started reading the Scott B. Smith novel when he received the phone call offering him the film adaptation.

Question 5

Which major film festival screened 'The Ruins' in 2009?

Accepted Answer

The film was screened at the Cannes Film Festival in 2009.

Question 6

Where was The Ruins filmed despite being set in Mexico?

Accepted Answer

The film was shot primarily in Australia during winter, with actors wearing heavy coats between takes and using water and olive oil to simulate sweat.

Question 7

How did director Carter Smith get involved with adapting The Ruins?

Accepted Answer

He had just purchased a copy of Scott B. Smith's novel and started reading it when he received the phone call offering him the film adaptation.

Question 8

What major change did director Carter Smith suggest for the film's setting?

Accepted Answer

He suggested changing the location from just a vine-covered hill in the novel to an ancient Mayan temple, which writer Scott B. Smith agreed with.

Question 9

What preparation did Laura Ramsey do for her role as Stacy?

Accepted Answer

Before filming, she talked to nurses who treated psychiatric patients to understand mannerisms of people who felt something was overtaking their body.

Question 10

Which major film festival screened The Ruins in 2009?

Accepted Answer

The film was screened at the Cannes Film Festival in 2009.

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