Question 1

Which real San Francisco location was used to film Harvey Milk's camera store?

Accepted Answer

The filming location for Castro Camera was the real storefront where the actual business had once been, which was a gift shop called 'Given' at the time of filming in mid-2008.

Question 2

What cosmetic transformations did Sean Penn undergo to portray Harvey Milk?

Accepted Answer

Sean Penn's transformation included a prosthetic nose and teeth, contact lenses, and a redesigned hairline, with makeup done by Academy Award winner Stephan Dupuis.

Question 3

Which real-life politician appears as themselves in the film?

Accepted Answer

California Assemblyman and former San Francisco Supervisor Tom Ammiano plays himself in the film. He was a founder in the No On 6 Campaign.

Question 4

What true story does 'Milk' tell about Harvey Milk?

Accepted Answer

The film tells the true story of Harvey Milk, the first openly gay man ever elected to public office, who became an activist for gay rights in San Francisco in the late 1970s.

Question 5

Which major international film festival premiered 'Milk' in 2008?

Accepted Answer

'Milk' was featured at the Venice Film Festival in 2008, among other festivals like Toronto International Film Festival and São Paulo International Film Festival.

Question 6

Which real-life location was used to recreate Harvey Milk's camera store in the film?

Accepted Answer

The filming location for Castro Camera was the real storefront where the actual business had once been, which at the time of filming was a gift shop called "Given."

Question 7

What surprising cameo appears during the christening scene of Dan White's son?

Accepted Answer

During the filming of the scene in which Dan White's son Charles is christened, the real Charles White was on the set.

Question 8

How did Sean Penn physically transform to portray Harvey Milk?

Accepted Answer

Sean Penn's cosmetic transformation included a prosthetic nose and teeth, contact lenses, and a redesigned hairline, with makeup done by Academy Award winner Stephan Dupuis.

Question 9

Which real apartment was used in the film to depict Harvey Milk's home?

Accepted Answer

The apartment used in the film is the real apartment Harvey Milk lived in on the Lower Haight in San Francisco.

Question 10

Which festivals recognized 'Milk' in 2008?

Accepted Answer

The film was featured at the Antalya Golden Orange Film Festival, São Paulo International Film Festival, Venice Film Festival, and Toronto International Film Festival in 2008.

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