Question 1

What hidden video game sound effect appears in The Thief Lord?

Accepted Answer

The film features various sound effects prominently used in the classic computer game StarCraft (1998).

Question 2

Which author's book appears as a prop in a San Marco scene?

Accepted Answer

In the San Marco scene, Hornet brings out a hardback copy of Cornelia Funke's Inkheart while waiting for Scipio to meet the Conte.

Question 3

Where were the exterior Venice scenes actually filmed?

Accepted Answer

Part of the exterior Venice scenes were actually filmed on a large set in Luxembourg, though much of the film was shot on location in Venice.

Question 4

What magical element threatens the children in their Venetian adventure?

Accepted Answer

A greater threat to the children is a beautiful magical treasure with the power to spin time itself, from a forgotten past.

Question 5

Who played the orphaned boy Prosper in the film?

Accepted Answer

Aaron Taylor-Johnson played the character Prosper, one of the two young boys who flee to Venice after being orphaned.

Question 6

What surprising sound effects connection does The Thief Lord have to a classic video game?

Accepted Answer

The film features various sound effects prominently used in the classic computer game StarCraft (1998).

Question 7

Which author's book appears as a prop in a San Marco scene, and who carries it?

Accepted Answer

In the San Marco scene, Hornet brings out a hardback copy of Cornelia Funke's Inkheart. She carries the book while waiting for Scipio.

Question 8

Where were the exterior Venice scenes actually filmed?

Accepted Answer

Part of the exterior Venice scenes were actually filmed on a large set in Luxembourg, though much of the film was shot on location in Venice.

Question 9

What is the central conflict that drives the story of The Thief Lord?

Accepted Answer

Two orphaned boys flee to Venice and join a gang of young urchins led by the Thief Lord, stealing from the rich while evading a detective and a magical treasure that can spin time.

Question 10

How did Aaron Taylor-Johnson's casting as Prosper demonstrate his dedication to the role?

Accepted Answer

Director Richard Claus cast Aaron Johnson early, and he held on through long months of assembling finance, fitting in work on other projects before joining the cast in Venice in September 2004.

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