Question 1

Why were the original special effects artist replaced on Mosquito?

Accepted Answer

The original special effects artist left halfway through, saying 'I'll be right back, I'm going to get a pack of smokes,' and never returned. Matt Hundley then took over.

Question 2

What was the original title of Mosquito and why was it changed?

Accepted Answer

The original title was 'Skeeters,' but it was changed because another killer mosquito film titled 'Skeeter' (1993) came out while the film was in post-production. Other working titles included 'Nightswarm' and 'Blood Fever.'

Question 3

What scene required a non-swimmer to act as an anchor in the water?

Accepted Answer

For the scene where two fishermen are attacked in their boat, special effects man Matt Hundley was chosen to be the anchor in the water with weights tied to his feet, even though he couldn't swim.

Question 4

What was the nickname for the rig used to make giant mosquitoes fly?

Accepted Answer

The rig used to make the giant mosquitoes look like they were flying was nicknamed 'the boom of doom' by the crew.

Question 5

Which actors play the park rangers in Mosquito?

Accepted Answer

Ron Asheton plays Hendricks the Park Ranger, and Rachel Loiselle plays Megan the new Park Ranger.

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