Question 1

What are the 'cloudhoppers' seen in the movie's signature heist scene?

Accepted Answer

They are one-person balloons known as 'cloudhoppers' (or 'Lindstrand Cloudhoppers'), fueled by burning gas, invented in 1979 by Per Lindstrand and used for the air raid journey to the penthouse bank vault.

Question 2

Which Rolling Stones band member composed the debut theatrical movie score for Green Ice?

Accepted Answer

Bill Wyman, the bassist of The Rolling Stones, composed the score for Green Ice, which was his debut theatrical movie score.

Question 3

Why was the American release of Green Ice delayed until 1984?

Accepted Answer

The American release was delayed for several years due to a lack of a hook to sell it. Universal Pictures eventually sent it directly to cable, debuting on HBO in 1984.

Question 4

What was the 'Fan Descender' used for in Green Ice?

Accepted Answer

The Fan Descender was a device created by stunt coordinator Vic Armstrong for the descent down the front of the tallest building in Mexico City. Armstrong personally used it to descend the entire height and later won a Technical Achievement Award for it.

Question 5

Who was the sixth choice for the role of Joseph Wiley?

Accepted Answer

Ryan O'Neal was the sixth choice for the role of Joseph Wiley in Green Ice.

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