Question 1

Why was David Naughton reportedly cast in An American Werewolf in London, and what ironic consequence followed?

Accepted Answer

Director John Landis reportedly cast David Naughton after seeing him in a Dr Pepper TV commercial, but Naughton was later let go by Dr Pepper due to his nude scenes in the film.

Question 2

What surprising detail did David Naughton recall about filming the nude scene at London Zoo?

Accepted Answer

Naughton recalled that during the wolf cage scene, the zoo opened to the public while filming, so the people watching were not extras but actual zoo visitors.

Question 3

Why was make-up artist Rick Baker initially disappointed with the transformation scene, and what changed his mind?

Accepted Answer

Baker was disappointed that director John Landis only required one seven-second take after months of work, but seeing the audience applaud during that shot made him feel it was worth it.

Question 4

What real-life incident inspired John Landis to write the screenplay for An American Werewolf in London?

Accepted Answer

Landis wrote the screenplay after witnessing a Romani funeral in Yugoslavia where the body was buried feet-first in a deep grave wrapped in garlic to prevent it from rising from the dead.

Question 5

What Academy Award recognition did An American Werewolf in London receive?

Accepted Answer

The film won an Academy Award in 1982, which was the first year the Oscars recognized make-up as a category, with Rick Baker becoming the first winner.

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