Question 1

What real-life incident inspired the film Blackball?

Accepted Answer

The film is based on the true story of Griff Sanders, who was thrown out of the Torquay Bowls Club for 'improper conduct', including writing 'tosser' on the back of a score card.

Question 2

Which actor is the only one who can actually play bowls, and does he do so in the film?

Accepted Answer

Johnny Vegas (Trevor) is the only cast member who can actually play bowls, but he does not do so in the film.

Question 3

What did director Mel Smith confess just before filming began?

Accepted Answer

Director Mel Smith confessed that five minutes before they started filming they realized everyone was absolutely useless at playing lawn bowls.

Question 4

What hidden word does the tagline spell out?

Accepted Answer

The tagline 'At last a sportsman the British can be proud of...' has capitalized letters spelling the word 'Tosser', a word frequently used in the film.

Question 5

Where is the bowling green used in the film located?

Accepted Answer

The bowling green is in Torquay, where the film is mostly set, and is famous for being placed between cultivated gardens and the sea.

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