Question 1

What real-life baseball player inspired the character of Steve Nebraska?

Accepted Answer

Steve Nebraska is loosely based on pitcher Steve Dalkowski, who never made it to the major leagues.

Question 2

Which famous film festival screened 'The Scout' in 1994?

Accepted Answer

The film was screened at the Locarno International Film Festival in 1994.

Question 3

What unusual footwear caused a stir during the Yankee Stadium filming?

Accepted Answer

Keith Hernandez walked out wearing tennis shoes, and Yankee owner George Steinbrenner told him to put on spiked shoes to protect the grass.

Question 4

How did Bret Saberhagen manage to film at Yankee Stadium and attend a Mets game on the same day?

Accepted Answer

Saberhagen filmed his scene at Yankee Stadium on April 11, 1994, then made it to Shea Stadium during the Mets' home opener against the Cubs, even appearing in the dugout.

Question 5

What was the unusual condition the New York Yankees placed on Steve Nebraska's $55 million contract?

Accepted Answer

The Yankees required a psychiatrist to affirm Nebraska's mental stability before finalizing the $55 million contract.

Question 6

What real-life pitcher inspired the character of Steve Nebraska?

Accepted Answer

Steve Nebraska is loosely based on a pitcher named Steve Dalkowski, who never made it to the major leagues.

Question 7

Which festival screened 'The Scout' in 1994?

Accepted Answer

The film was an official selection at the Locarno International Film Festival in 1994.

Question 8

What unusual footwear issue arose during filming at Yankee Stadium?

Accepted Answer

Keith Hernandez walked out in tennis shoes, and Yankee owner George Steinbrenner told him to put on spiked shoes to avoid damaging the grass.

Question 9

How did Bret Saberhagen manage to film a scene and attend a Mets game on the same day?

Accepted Answer

He shot his scene at Yankee Stadium on April 11, 1994, then made it to Shea Stadium during the Mets' home opener against the Chicago Cubs, even appearing in the dugout.

Question 10

What is the central conflict in 'The Scout'?

Accepted Answer

After a failed MLB debut, scout Al Percolo finds phenom Steve Nebraska in Mexico, but the Yankees' $55 million contract hinges on a psychiatrist confirming Nebraska's mental stability.

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