Question 1

Why did it take seven years to produce King of the Ants?

Accepted Answer

Due to the gruesome tones of the film, it took seven years to find a company willing to produce and distribute it. It eventually wound up at The Asylum, the only studio willing to commit to such a dark and violent story.

Question 2

Which actor helped bring the novel to director Stuart Gordon's attention?

Accepted Answer

Actor George Wendt read the novel by Charlie Higson and contacted Higson about a film adaptation. Wendt then brought the novel to Stuart Gordon's attention, and they got the project off the ground.

Question 3

What was unique about King of the Ants for The Asylum?

Accepted Answer

It was the first film to be produced by The Asylum; the company had previously worked exclusively as a distributor.

Question 4

What happens with a barking dog during a conversation in the film?

Accepted Answer

When Ray tells Sean the story of the barking dog, a dog barks in the background. When Ray asks how far Sean is willing to go, Sean replies 'To get rid of a barking dog?' and the dog stops barking.

Question 5

What was director Stuart Gordon's hope for The Asylum after King of the Ants?

Accepted Answer

Stuart Gordon expressed optimism that The Asylum would become a successful arthouse film distribution/production company, rather than the Mockbuster/So Bad It's Good outfit they ended up being.

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