Question 1

How did Mark Wahlberg end up in the film after initially being considered for a different role?

Accepted Answer

Leonardo DiCaprio recommended Wahlberg to director James Foley for the lead role of David McCall, but Wahlberg was told he wouldn't be considered for that part. He later auditioned for one of David's criminal friends and impressed Foley with his audition.

Question 2

Where was the climactic siege scene filmed and why was that location chosen?

Accepted Answer

The Walker family house was filmed on Howe Sound in Vancouver, British Columbia. Producer Ric Kidney said it was remote, surrounded by water on three sides, and exactly as described in the script.

Question 3

Which famous rollercoaster appears in the movie and where is it located?

Accepted Answer

The rollercoaster featured is called 'The Coaster', one of the biggest attractions at Playland in Vancouver, British Columbia.

Question 4

What actress turned down the role of Nicole Walker?

Accepted Answer

Liv Tyler turned down the role of Nicole Walker.

Question 5

What is the central conflict in Fear?

Accepted Answer

Nicole Walker's perfect boyfriend David McCall charms and seduces her, but his sweet facade masks a savage, dark side that transforms her dream into a nightmare.

Question 6

Why was the Walker family house location in Vancouver considered ideal for filming?

Accepted Answer

The house on Howe Sound was remote, surrounded by water on three sides, matching the script's description and providing a great site for the climactic siege.

Question 7

How did Mark Wahlberg end up being cast in the film after initially being considered for the lead role?

Accepted Answer

Leonardo DiCaprio recommended Wahlberg to director James Foley, who later had Wahlberg audition for a criminal friend role, which he impressed Foley with.

Question 8

What is the name of the rollercoaster featured in the movie and where is it located?

Accepted Answer

The rollercoaster is called 'The Coaster', one of the biggest attractions at Playland in Vancouver, British Columbia.

Question 9

Who turned down the role of Nicole Walker before Reese Witherspoon was cast?

Accepted Answer

Liv Tyler turned down the role of Nicole Walker.

Question 10

What is the central conflict in the story of 'Fear'?

Accepted Answer

Nicole Walker's dream boyfriend David McCall reveals a dark, savage side, turning her romantic fantasy into a nightmare.

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