Question 1

What real-life diver praised the film's accuracy while noting one cinematic change?

Accepted Answer

Diver Rick Stanton praised the film's accuracy, saying the one change was that the cave water was muddy instead of having zero visibility like in reality.

Question 2

Which actor experienced panic attacks while filming underwater scenes for this movie?

Accepted Answer

Colin Farrell stated he experienced frequent panic attacks while underwater and is hesitant to film any aquatic scenes in the future.

Question 3

What suggestion did Viggo Mortensen make to Ron Howard about the diving scenes?

Accepted Answer

Viggo Mortensen suggested to Ron Howard that he and Colin Farrell do their own diving shots rather than using doubles, which Howard said made editing and storytelling easier.

Question 4

What additional scene did Ron Howard add during production at Viggo Mortensen's suggestion?

Accepted Answer

At Viggo Mortensen's suggestion, Ron Howard added a scene during production of the boys left alone in the dark after the divers have discovered them.

Question 5

What personal connection did Colin Farrell develop with the real diver he portrayed?

Accepted Answer

Colin Farrell frequently spoke with John Volanthen over Skype, took up distance running (Volanthen's hobby), and completed the Brisbane Marathon by the end of the shoot.

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