Question 1

Why was Jerry Calà not initially cast in the movie?

Accepted Answer

Jerry Calà wasn't initially cast because the movie was conceived as low cost and production couldn't afford his fee. He later read the script and proposed to take part for a much lower fee, with a clause for a large share if the gross exceeded 8 billion lire.

Question 2

Which song inspired the movie's title, and why was a different line used?

Accepted Answer

The movie title is taken from Gino Paoli's song 'Sapore di sale' (1963). The second line 'sapore di mare' was used instead because another movie with the original title was in pre-production with exclusive rights to the song.

Question 3

What movie is shown in the open arena where Gianni and Selvaggia make up?

Accepted Answer

The movie shown is 'I due colonnelli' (1962), directed by Steno, father of screenwriters Carlo and Enrico Vanzina.

Question 4

Which actors were initially doubted by distributors for their casting?

Accepted Answer

Distributors were not convinced by Virna Lisi, more used to dramatic roles, and Christian De Sica, who wasn't yet a famous actor.

Question 5

How did Claudio Bonivento help secure the movie's production?

Accepted Answer

Producers Pio Angeletti and Adriano De Micheli were doubtful about costs, but Claudio Bonivento, manager of Jerry Calà, stood as guarantor to avoid budget overruns.

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