Question 1

What unusual method did James Woods use to avoid smoking during a cigarette scene?

Accepted Answer

James Woods, who had quit smoking, suggested taking an already lit cigarette from a patron for the cigarette-on-palm scene to avoid lighting and smoking one himself.

Question 2

How did Sylvester Stallone's call to James Woods impact director John Flynn's career?

Accepted Answer

Sylvester Stallone called James Woods after enjoying the film; Woods vouched for director John Flynn, leading to Flynn being hired to direct Stallone in 'Lock Up' (1989).

Question 3

What was the original working title for 'Best Seller' before it was changed in post-production?

Accepted Answer

The film was originally announced as 'Hard Cover' (aka 'Hardcover') in trade magazines early in production, but the title was changed to 'Best Seller' after it tested poorly with preview audiences.

Question 4

What is the central conflict that drives the plot of 'Best Seller'?

Accepted Answer

Hit man Cleve approaches writer/cop Dennis to collaborate on a book exposing Cleve's work for a powerful politician, but strong forces use any means to keep the story untold as they travel to gather evidence.

Question 5

Which award recognition did 'Best Seller' receive according to the database?

Accepted Answer

The film was recognized at the Independent Spirit Awards in 1988.

Question 6

What unusual method did James Woods use for a smoking scene in 'Best Seller' to avoid breaking his no-smoking streak?

Accepted Answer

James Woods, who had just quit smoking, suggested taking an already lit cigarette from a patron for the cigarette-on-palm scene instead of lighting and smoking one himself.

Question 7

How did Sylvester Stallone's call to James Woods about 'Best Seller' impact another film?

Accepted Answer

Sylvester Stallone called James Woods after enjoying 'Best Seller' to get his opinion on director John Flynn, leading to Flynn being hired to direct Stallone in 'Lock Up' (1989).

Question 8

What was the original working title for 'Best Seller' before it was changed in post-production?

Accepted Answer

The film was originally announced as 'Hard Cover' (or 'Hardcover') in trade magazines early in production, but the title was changed to 'Best Seller' after it tested poorly with preview audiences.

Question 9

What is the central conflict that drives the plot of 'Best Seller'?

Accepted Answer

A hit man named Cleve approaches writer/cop Dennis to collaborate on a book exposing his work for a powerful politician, leading them to travel the country gathering evidence while facing strong forces trying to suppress the story.

Question 10

Which award recognition did 'Best Seller' receive according to the database?

Accepted Answer

The film was recognized at the Independent Spirit Awards in 1988.

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